Chef Manager – Sodexo at Brewood CE Middle School
Location: Brewood CE Middle School, School Road, Stafford, ST16 9DS
Overview
As Chef Manager for Sodexo, you will oversee all aspects of food and beverage operations and finances for the school’s kitchen. You will ensure the highest calibre of food and service, maintain a vibrant and productive work environment, and provide public holiday entitlement including Christmas. Join Sodexo to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
Responsibilities
* 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 staff, visitors and students.
* Manage the creation and development of menus.
* Conduct routine audits to ensure standards are being followed.
Qualifications
* Expertise in cooking on a large scale (100–1300 students).
* Experience following recipes in a similar setting.
* Previous staff supervision or line management experience.
* Experience working with fresh produce and ingredients.
* Awareness of health and safety procedures.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a busy kitchen environment.
* Professional, leading by example with a positive outlook.
* Hold basic food handling certification:
o NVQ Level 2
o Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
* Minimum of 1 year experience in hands‑on cooking, food hygiene training, and health & safety.
Package
* £15.00 per hour
* 35 hours per week
* Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 3 pm
* Term time only (39‑week contract paid over 52 weeks)
Benefits
* Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
* Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, work‑related or personal issues, including bereavement.
* Free health and wellbeing app with 24‑hr virtual GP and rewards for a healthy lifestyle.
* Sodexo Discounts Scheme – deals available 24/7 (also for friends and family).
* Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
* Membership in the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
* Death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo.
* Learning and development tools for career growth.
* Cycle to Work Scheme to support environmental efforts.
* Volunteering opportunities in community causes.
* Flexible and dynamic work environment.
* Competitive compensation.
* Full training and protective uniform supplied.
Application Notes
* Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles require applicants to undergo screening, including DBS checks.
* Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.
About Sodexo
Sodexo is a global leader in services that improve the quality of life, operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers each day. We are committed to being an inclusive, disability‑confident employer and support a diverse workforce. For more information, please visit our website.
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