Job Description

Project Manager

Location:

Sittingbourne, Kent

Salary:

60,000 - 70,000

Hours:

Mon-Fri, 40 hrs (8am-4pm) -- with flexibility around project commitments and 3 days per week in Sittingbourne required.





We're looking for a

Project Manager

to lead one of our most exciting and important transformation projects at our largest site. This is a big role -- shaping how we work today and how we'll grow tomorrow.

The Purpose

You'll take the project management lead for a major

infrastructure transformation project

at our Sittingbourne site -- installing a

new refrigeration system

,

opening up production space to boost capacity

, and

a new wastewater treatment solution

.


You'll work with brilliant people across engineering, operations, safety, and food quality to deliver projects that make us

more efficient, more sustainable, and ready for the future

-- all while keeping our culture front and centre.


And it won't stop there. You'll also play a key role in other major projects, including our

logistics centre build

and

improvement programmes across our four manufacturing sites

, helping us to

reduce waste, save energy, and improve how we work

.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead complex, high-impact projects

from the first idea to the final handover.

Bring people together

-- aligning different teams and priorities using RACI matrixes, clear timelines and deliverables to make things happen.

Shape project scopes and strategies

that deliver efficiency, sustainability, and value for money.

Manage contractors and partners

-- keeping everyone focused on quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Champion sustainability and smart design

-- making every investment work harder for the planet and for our people.

Spot opportunities

to cut waste, improve energy use, and future-proof our Kitchens.

Share your expertise

across our wider projects, helping us build better, safer, faster, and greener.

What Success Looks Like

Our Sittingbourne transformation project delivered

on time, on budget, and successfully executed

.

More capacity, less waste, and smarter use of energy

. Teams that feel informed, involved, and proud of what we've built together. You're living COOK's Values -- being

remarkable

,

caring deeply

,

having fun

, and being

part of the family

.

What We're Looking For

Proven

Project Management experience

in

infrastructure, manufacturing, or FMCG

. Skilled at leading

multi-disciplinary teams

and juggling competing priorities. Someone who can get things done, whilst making sure everyone is kept in the loop and aware of what is happening. Excellent

communication and facilitation skills

, able to bring clarity and momentum. Solid understanding of

health & safety

,

food safety

, and

sustainability principles

. Confident developing

project scopes, budgets, and delivery plans

that drive efficiency and reduce waste. Hands-on, practical, and motivated by making a real difference. Experience of managing multi-million pound project budgets with control and diligence. Experience with Monday.com or similar project management platforms would be ideal.
If you tick most of these boxes but not all--don't stress. We're all about potential.

Excellent Benefits including

Paid breaks Paid leave on your birthdays, moving house, become grandparent or your child starts school for the first time Staff profit share Fee Lunch Wellbeing program 30% staff discount Access to CookieJar Smart Spending discounts and free food perks. Team meals , events & away days Be part of a B-Corp-certified business that values sustainability, people, and the community.
And many more ?.

What Cook is About

We're a proudly independent, family-owned B Corp, which basically means we care. A lot. About our food. About our people. And about doing the right thing--even when it's not the easy thing.





Our vision for COOK has always been that we are a place where EVERYONE is welcome. We want everyone to feel like they belong at COOK. We all have different roles, different abilities and different personalities. By collaborating we can do remarkable things. Whatever your story, if you would like to grow with COOK please apply.