Cook Manager
Posted 5 days 16 hours ago by Elior Uk
St Christopher's Rd, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 9DP, UK
PositionTaylor Shaw - Great Food, Bright Futures
Role OverviewWe are seeking a cook manager for Saint Christopher's Roman Catholic Primary and Nursery School, part of Taylor Shaw. The role involves creating and delivering fresh, nutritious meals for up to 135 covers per day, managing a catering team, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
How you'll make an impact:- Create and deliver fresh, nutritious meals (up to 135 covers per day) that impact students' wellbeing, focus and daily experience
- Lead, manage, and motivate our talented catering team of 2
- Take full ownership of the catering operation, ensuring a smooth and efficient service
- Manage stock, ordering, and budgets effectively to meet operational targets
- Champion compliance, leading on food safety, hygiene and quality standards
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 1:30pm 25 Hours Per Week Term Time Only
Qualifications and experience- Passion for delivering high quality meals and a consistent service
- Proven experience in a Cook Manager role
- Experience within an Education Catering Operation is advantageous
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and support your team
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities, with confidence in running the catering operation efficiently
- Sound knowledge of food hygiene, safety, and compliance standards
- Commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, stock and catering performance
- Free, tasty meals
- Flexible working
- Holiday structure aligned to school calendar
- Paid volunteering days
- Career development and learning opportunities
- Financial security: pension schemes and life assurance
- Exclusive discounts on entertainment, leisure and travel
We celebrate diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and empowered to succeed.
Legal noticeElior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates shortlisted for this role will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including the Children's Barred List, and two suitable references.