Cook Manager
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Cook Manager
As Cook Manager for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] at Danson Primary School, Danson Ln, Welling DA16 2BH, you will oversee all aspects of the food and beverage operations as well as the finances for your school's kitchen. Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2248949/156848
- Location: Welling
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £16.00 Per Hour
- Closing date: 13 May 2026
What you do
- Manage the replenishment of food and the dismantling of work areas at the end of service.
- Develop, mentor, conduct training, and inspire the kitchen team.
- Control the complete catering operation, including labour, food, and stock expenses.
- Manage and optimise all costs that are under your control.
- Ensure uniformity in the food and service standards provided to fellow staff members, visitors and students.
- Manage the creation and development of menus.
- Conduct routine audits to ensure standards are being followed.
What you bring
- Must have expertise on cooking on a large scale, anywhere between 100 – 1300 students.
- Have experience following recipes, possibly in a similar setting.
- Have previous staff supervision experience or line management experience.
- Have experience working with fresh produce and ingredients.
- Be aware of the importance of adhering to health and safety procedures.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines in a busy Kitchen environment.
- Be professional, leading by example and having a positive outlook is key.
- Hold basic food handling skills certification: NVQ Level 2, Level 2 Food safety Certificate, A minimum of 1 years of experience in hands on cooking.
What we offer
Working with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. Benefits include unlimited mental health support, employee assistance, free health app, discount scheme, pension plan, death in service benefit, learning tools, cycle to work scheme, volunteering opportunities, full training and uniform.
Key Benefits
- Advice and guidance
- Pension Plan
- Wellbeing support
- Generous leave
- Discounts and savings
- Virtual GP
Location
Welling, United Kingdom, DA16 2BH
Additional Information
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and our Clients are committed to safeguarding. Certain roles will require screening. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] reserves the right to close this advert early. Equated pay (spread-over) method applies.