As Catering Manager for Sodexo covering Walsall, Dudley, Stafford and Stoke-on-Trent, you will oversee all aspects of the food and beverage operations as well as the finances for your school's kitchen. You will be responsible for ensuring that the food and level of service are of the highest calibre and that the school catering is among the best in the region. Your attitude will influence your team's daily lives as the person they go to for direction and support, which will in turn foster a vibrant and productive work environment. You will not work unsociable hours and you will get public holidays off… including Christmas! Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
What you do:
* Manage the replenishment of food and the dismantling of work areas at the end of service.
* Develop, mentor, conduct training, and inspire the kitchen team.
* Control the complete catering operation, including labour, food, and stock expenses.
* Manage and optimise all costs that are under your control.
* Ensure uniformity in the food and service standards provided to fellow staff members, visitors and students.
* Manage the creation and development of menus.
* Conduct routine audits to ensure standards are being followed. ALL TRAVEL EXPENSES ARE REIMBURSED; Retention BONUS for all attached mobile roles – £200 on successful completion of 12‑week probation, further £300 after 52 weeks completed.
* Full UK Driving Licence required for this position and own vehicle required for this role as travel to a different site each day may be required.
* Must have expertise on cooking on a large scale, anywhere between 100 – 1300 students.
* Have experience following recipes, possibly in a similar setting.
* Have previous staff supervision experience or line management experience.
* Have experience working with fresh produce and ingredients.
* Be aware of the importance of adhering to health and safety procedures.
* Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in a busy kitchen environment.
* Be professional, leading by example and having a positive outlook is key.
* Hold basic food handling skills certification: NVQ Level 2, Level 2 Food Safety Certificate, and a minimum of 1 year of experience in hands‑on cooking, training on Food Hygiene, and Health & Safety (provided).
Package Description "A role where you can bring your passion for food"
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday 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 unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with diverse experiences, backgrounds and identities.
Benefits
* Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
* Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work‑related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
* Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24‑hour virtual GP and various other services.
* The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
* Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
* Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
* A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo.
* Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
* Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
* Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
* Flexible and dynamic work environment.
* Competitive compensation.
* Full training and full protective uniform supplied.
Compensation and Working Pattern
* £14.50 per hour.
* 30 hours per week.
* Working pattern: Monday to Friday 8 am–2 pm.
* Term Time only (39‑week working contract paid over 52 weeks).
Additional Information
* Position requires a UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
* Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.
* Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or the Disclosure Scotland Service.
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