Kitchen Manager

Job Introduction

• 40 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 per week
• 08:00 - 16:30 (flexibility required for business needs)
• £32,333.86 per annum 
•  Plus performance related bonus
• Sodexo rewards and benefits 

Job Introduction

Unique demands. Unique services. Unique roles

Sodexo believes that government agencies should foster an environment of respect, operating with efficiency and effectiveness to promote productivity. We prioritise employee well-being and play a vital role in fostering stronger communities.

We are now seeking an Kitchen Manager to join our team at Larkhill Garrison, it will be your responsibility to deliver and maintain the highest standard of service within all food and catering service delivery.

 What you’ll do:

• To plan, organise and coordinate daily catering activities within the dining facility
• To manage preparation, cooking and the food offer to the highest quality as per company policies and procedures
• To plan functions including menus and costing in conjunction with the Services Manager
• To input and plan menus utilising a central menu bank, ensuring ordering and control of food stocks are maintained within budget
• To manage front of house teams, to ensure high standards of customer service is provided at all times
• You will liaise with Aspire, the Authority, Service Manager, unit team, support team, on the daily requirements of the contract and undertake any reasonable task in a flexible manner as directed by the line Manager
• To analyse all audit results/reports as conducted, to identify areas of improvement and deliver action plans to meet the business objectives
• Deliver elements of the PAYD training plan, which targets the improvement of food quality, food presentation and craft skills
• Manage and oversee key performance indicators 

What you bring:

• Relevant management/catering experience
• Must have one or more of the following qualifications or equivalent: - BSC (Catering), MHCIM, HND, City and Guilds 706/1 and 2, NVQ level 2 and 3 and possess an intermediate level food safety certificate.
• Good numerical and communication skills. Must be able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication.
• Management knowledge of health & safety and food safety
• Able to demonstrate working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook). 

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 offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

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