WORKING HOURS THAT SUIT YOUR LIFE – NO LATE NIGHTS OR CHRISTMAS SHIFTS!

Are you a passionate cook with a flair for leadership? Do you thrive in the heat of the kitchen just as much as you do managing a motivated team? If so, Sodexo is looking for someone like you!
We’re on the hunt for a Chef Manager to lead the kitchen at Oasis Academy Silvertown, where you’ll not only oversee the daily operations and finances of the school’s catering services, but also roll up your sleeves and get hands-on with cooking for over 450 hungry students each day.
This is a real cooking role, not just management from behind a desk. You’ll be the heart of the kitchen — preparing delicious meals, designing menus, and inspiring your team to deliver an outstanding catering experience for students and staff.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Cooking meals for 450+ students — fresh, nutritious, and beautifully presented
Leading, mentoring and training your kitchen team
Managing stock, labour, food costs and compliance paperwork
Planning menus, ensuring variety and creativity
Upholding food hygiene and safety standards (COSHH, Food Safety)
Running regular audits and making sure everything runs like clockwork
Being the go-to leader who fosters a positive and productive team environment
What You’ll Bring:
Experience cooking at scale (100+ covers minimum)
A love for fresh ingredients and cooking from scratch
Proven leadership skills in a kitchen or catering setting
Strong knowledge of food hygiene, health & safety
Qualifications like NVQ Level 2 and Level 2 Food Safety (or willingness to train)
A positive, can-do attitude and passion for making a difference through food
What We Offer:
A job with real purpose in a supportive, values-driven organisation
Competitive salary
Career development opportunities with full training provided
Free 24/7 virtual GP access and mental health support
Discount scheme for you (and your family!) on retail, travel and more
Cycle to Work Scheme
Wellbeing rewards and Employee Assistance Programme
‍ ‍ ‍ Family-friendly benefits and pension plan
Volunteering opportunities to support your local community
Be more than just a manager. Be a culinary leader. Be part of something greater.
Apply now and start your journey with Sodexo.
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role will require enhanced background checks, including from past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of interest – apply today!
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