Job Introduction
Cooking Supervisor - Lead with Passion, Cook with Purpose!
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
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.
