Cooking Supervisor
Location: Abbey Park School, Redhouse Way, Swindon, SN25 2ND
Salary: £14.03 per hour. Hours: 30 hours per week. Working Pattern: Monday to Friday. Term Time Only.
What You’ll Do
* Prepare and present food in line with company standards, DRIVE recipes, and full allergen awareness prior to service
* Support the Catering Manager in leading the kitchen team and ensuring high standards of food preparation and presentation
* Maintain compliance with all legal, food safety, and hygiene regulations at all times
* Assist in loading and replenishing service counters, ensuring sufficient stock throughout service while following style guides and current promotions
* Accept deliveries, check and record temperatures, and store items correctly in line with Safeguard procedures and management direction
* Carry out thorough cleaning of kitchen equipment and areas (including walls, floors, fixtures, and fittings) according to the cleaning rota
* Ensure all work areas and equipment are left clean, organised, and ready for use
* Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness in line with statutory and company requirements
* Respond promptly to incidents such as fire, theft, damaged goods, or unfit food, and report any irregularities
* Handle and report customer complaints, taking appropriate action where possible
* Assist with catering for special functions, including occasional work outside normal hours
* Support other local units when required, including providing cover during staff absences
* Participate in training, meetings, and development opportunities as requested (including travel if required)
* Stay engaged with best practices and company updates (e.g., internal platforms and communications)
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience cooking on a large scale (100–1300 students)
* Experience following recipes in a professional kitchen
* Prior staff supervision or line management experience
* Strong knowledge of fresh produce and ingredient preparation
* Understanding of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce them
* Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
* Positive leadership, professionalism, and a passion for food
* Hold basic food handling certifications, including Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
* At least one year of hands‑on cooking experience (Training in Food Hygiene and Health & Safety provided)
* Flexibility to support different sites, functions, and working hours when required
* Proactive attitude in handling issues, incidents, and customer feedback
* Willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development
What We Offer
* Dynamic and supportive work environment
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Full training and protective uniform provided
* No unsociable hours and public holidays off—including Christmas!
* Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
* Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support
* Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
* Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships
* Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities
Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre‑employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.
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