Cook Manager

In your role as Catering Manager at Sodexo in Oasis Academy Shirley Park - Croydon, you will supervise the hospitality team at our esteemed schools, making sure that our vibrant meals are served with a smile and that the kitchen and restaurant are operating efficiently. As the person your team looks to for guidance and support, you will have an impact on their day-to-day life and in turn, create a lively, productive work atmosphere.  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:   

Supervise the arrangement and provision of hot and/or cold food from counters and steam tables
Supervise the restocking of food from counters and steam tables, as well as the breakdown of stations at the conclusion of service.
Oversee the chopping, seasoning, and cooking of fish, vegetables, meats, salads, soups, and other dishes.
Plan the menu, place supply orders, maintaining accounts and records when required (Must be Computer Literate)
Ensure that workstations and equipment are sanitised.
Travel as and when required to sites providing support

What you bring:

Capability to work for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours) in a standing position.
Professionalism, respect for others, and a positive attitude
Fundamental food handling abilities
Possess prior experience supervising staff.
Possess excellent time management abilities
Previous experience in large scale cooking preferred however, not essential
Full UK Driving Licence required for this position and own vehicle required for this role.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

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 24hr 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 to 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  

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!  

**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 Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)**

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of application

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Package DescriptionAre you a passionate about cooking but don't want to work late nights or weekends? Would you like to work over various sites and regularly with different teams, whilst developing your management skills? If so, we'd love you to join our team as a CATERING MANAGER! 

£14.00 - £16.00 per hour
35 hours per week
Working pattern:  Monday to Friday - 07:30 - 14:30
Term Time only

About The CompanyAbout Sodexo 

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 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 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. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.