Assistant Cook

Join Our Team as an Assistant Cook!

Are you passionate about food and eager to make a difference in a dynamic catering environment? If so, we want to hear from you! Our client, a leading organisation in the catering industry, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Cook to join their vibrant team in Coventry.

Shifts: 07:00-19:00 - 4 x 12 hour shifts (2 x 60 minute breaks)

About the Role:
As an Assistant Cook, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality catering services that meet the diverse needs of our service users. Working closely with the Head Cook and Field Operations Manager, you will assist in preparing delicious, nutritious meals and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head Cook to prepare varied and healthy menus, including special dietary requirements and meals for religious events.
• Conduct quality checks at food service points before, during, and after meal times.
• Maintain meticulous records to comply with food hygiene regulations, HACCP, and company policies.
• Ensure food safety and security during delivery, storage, and distribution.
• Help manage food waste and recycling in line with approved methods.
• Respond to customer feedback and work cohesively with the catering team to enhance service quality.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Level 3 Food Safety certification.
• Level 3 HACCP certification.
• Level 2 certification in Allergens in Catering.
• A strong commitment to serving in a justice and immigration environment.
• Experience in a large catering operation, ideally with 3 years in a similar role.
• Ability to thrive in a socially diverse environment and work effectively as part of a team.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Opportunities for personal development and training.
• A chance to contribute to meaningful work in a community-focused environment.

Why Join Us?
At our client's organisation, we believe in the power of teamwork and the importance of every member's contribution. You will have the opportunity to work alongside passionate individuals who are dedicated to providing exceptional service and making a positive impact.

If you're ready to take your culinary skills to the next level and be part of a team that values excellence and innovation, apply today!

How to Apply:
To express your interest, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you'd be a perfect fit for this role. We can't wait to welcome you to our team!

This is an equal opportunity position, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Join us in creating delicious meals and unforgettable experiences!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)