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Job Introduction
Cook Manager – Harvington CofE First School, Evesham WR11 8NQ
Join a team where fresh ideas and great food truly make a difference. At Sodexo, we’re passionate about creating joyful mealtimes that fuel learning and community spirit. As the Cook Manager at Harvington CofE First School (43 Village Street, Evesham WR11 8NQ), you’ll take pride in leading a small, dedicated kitchen team to deliver fresh, nutritious meals that make every school day better. You’ll run the day-to-day catering operations, manage budgets, and develop your team — all while ensuring top-notch food quality, safety, and service standards.
This is your chance to bring your love for cooking and leadership together in a role where you can make a real impact, every single day.
What You’ll Do
* Lead and inspire your kitchen team, creating a positive and efficient working environment.
* Plan menus that are healthy, tasty, and aligned with Sodexo standards.
* Manage food orders, deliveries, stock, and budgets effectively.
* Oversee all aspects of food preparation, presentation, and service.
* Ensure all health, safety, hygiene, and allergen regulations are met.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with school staff and Sodexo teams.
* Conduct regular audits and maintain records to meet compliance and quality standards.
* Monitor financial performance and manage costs, including labour and stock.
* Support, train, and develop your team to help them thrive.
What You Bring
* Proven experience cooking for large groups (100–1300 pupils).
* Experience managing or supervising a catering team.
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to perform under pressure.
* A passion for fresh ingredients and creating quality meals.
* Professionalism, reliability, and a positive “can-do” attitude.
* Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.
* Qualifications:
o NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Food Preparation/Catering
o Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
o A minimum of 1 year’s hands-on cooking experience (Additional training on Food Hygiene and Health & Safety will be provided)
What We Offer
Working with Sodexo is more than just a job — it’s a chance to belong to something greater. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values you as an individual and helps you grow in your own way.
* Flexible and supportive working environment
* Competitive pay and benefits
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Access to wellbeing resources, including:
o Employee Assistance Programme (with legal, financial, and emotional support)
o Free wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access and healthy lifestyle rewards
* Sodexo Discounts Scheme – great deals for you, friends, and family
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Sodexo Retirement Plan & Life Assurance
* Volunteering opportunities to support your community
* Full training and uniform provided
Package Description
* “For a job that’s a perfect mix of passion, perks and potential”
* £15 per hour
* 30 hours per week
* Working pattern: Monday - Friday (8am - 2pm)
* Term Time only (39 week Working Contract paid over 52 weeks) — Equated pay (spread-over pay) information provided at interview
About The Company
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer and run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Compliance All roles will require appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/or Disclosure Scotland. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.
EEO Statement Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Attachments
* HR-5933_Benefits UK Brochure V9.pdf
Note This job posting includes details about the role, responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits. It is not a job offer.
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