Term-Time School Kitchen Manager — Lead Menu & Budget

Sodexo France; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee operations at a primary school kitchen in Bristol. The role involves managing staff, ensuring food quality and safety standards, and developing menus for students. Candidates should have experience in large scale cooking, team leadership, and a commitment to health guidelines. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, with no unsociable hours required.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to health and wellbeing app

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Retirement Plan

Death in Service benefit

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities

Flexible work environment

Full training and protective uniform

Qualifications

• Must have expertise on cooking for 100 - 1300 students.
• Previous staff supervision experience required.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage food replenishment and service area dismantling.
• Develop and mentor kitchen team.
• Control catering operations including food and stock expenses.
• Ensure uniform food and service standards.
• Create and develop menus.
• Conduct routine audits.

Skills

Large scale cooking expertise

Recipe adherence

Staff supervision

Experience with fresh produce

Health and Safety adherence

Professionalism and leadership

Basic food handling certification

Education

NVQ Level 2

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

1 year of hands-on cooking experience

Job description

A leading catering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chef Manager to oversee operations at a primary school kitchen in Bristol. The role involves managing staff, ensuring food quality and safety standards, and developing menus for students. Candidates should have experience in large scale cooking, team leadership, and a commitment to health guidelines. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, with no unsociable hours required.