Cooking Supervisor - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose! Location: Abbey Park School,Redhouse Way,Swindon,SN25 2ND Salary: £14.03 per hour Hours: 32.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Term Time Only Are you ready to take the lead in a kitchen where food fuels not just bodies but bright futures? As a Cooking Supervisor for Sodexo, you'll be at the heart of the school, overseeing food and beverage operations, managing budgets, and ensuring every meal is top-tier. Your leadership will inspire your team daily, creating a dynamic and productive work environment. Best of all? No unsociable hours and 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’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) Essential: 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: NVQ Level 2 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: A 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 At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us create a brighter future! 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. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.