Cook Supervisor
Job Introduction
Catering Supervisor - Be Part of Something Greater!
Location: Kingfisher CE Academy School, The Deanery Academy, Swindon SN1 7DA
Salary: £13.50 per hour
Hours: 27.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, (9:00am - 14:30pm)
Site: All year round operational site
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Are you ready to step into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity? At Sodexo, we are building the UK’s first secure school – a revolutionary initiative aimed at transforming the lives of disadvantaged children in custody or on remand. This is your chance to use your leadership and culinary skills to make a real impact!
We’re looking for a dedicated, experienced, and motivated Catering Supervisor to join our pioneering team at Kingfisher CE Academy School. In this role, you’ll be more than just a supervisor – you’ll play an essential part in shaping a positive future for young people.
What You’ll Do:
Contribute to the strategic management and business development of the food services provision in the prison
Monitor and maintain the highest health, safety, and hygiene standards
Lead, develop, and supervise the Catering Team
Support in preparing menus alongside qualified dieticians to ensure compliance with nutritional standards
Cater for all dietary, ethnic, and cultural needs of prisoners and staff
Maintain accurate records on the receipt, storage, and distribution of food
Ensure all food is prepared and served to the highest standard
Provide leadership, including recruitment, training, coaching, and performance management
What You Bring:
Essential:
Experience managing a catering department with a proven ability to implement new ideas
Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate
D32 or equivalent training qualification
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
Experience with purchasing, stock control, and menu planning
Strong communication, organization, time-management, and people skills
The ability to challenge inappropriate or negative behavior
Required to complete DBS, RTW & Safer Recruitment checks
Desirable:
Experience in a custodial or secure environment
Assessor qualification (or equivalent) with experience delivering catering qualifications
What We Offer:
A dynamic and supportive work environment
Competitive salary and benefits package
Full training and a protective uniform provided
Access to mental health, financial, and wellbeing support
Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
Apprenticeship opportunities and career progression
Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities
At Sodexo, we believe in giving everyone a place to belong. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to make a difference and lead with purpose, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and help us build a brighter future!
Note:
Due to the safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role, successful candidates will be subject to appropriate background checks including past employment references and enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) or Disclosure Scotland screening.
Sodexo reserves the right to close the advert early if a high volume of applications is received.