Assistant Cook

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.

In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.

In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

• Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
• Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
• Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
• Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
• Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
• Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.

Cook Up a Career – or Keep It Casual!

Location: Eric Williams House
Permanent Role: 25 hours/week (fixed rota)
Casual Roles: Zero-hour contracts – work when it suits you!

Love food? Love making a difference? Join our passionate kitchen team and help us serve delicious, nutritious meals to residents living with dementia. Whether you’re looking for stable hours or flexible work that fits your life, we’ve got options for you!

Why You’ll Love It:

- Permanent role with a fixed rota – no guessing your schedule
- Casual contracts for ultimate flexibility
- Training included – Food Safety Level 2 and more
- A friendly team that cares as much as you do

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and present tasty meals (including special diets)
• Keep the kitchen safe, clean, and buzzing
• Add your own spark to every dish

What We’re Looking For:

• Catering experience (or a passion to learn!)
• Knowledge of Health & Safety
• Energy, teamwork, and a can-do attitude

DBS check required.

Ready to spice up your career or pick up shifts that suit your lifestyle? Apply now!

Please note, the salary advertised is a full-time salary based on a 37-hour working week so will pro-rata accordingly for this role.

All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Assistant Cook – Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals, including special diets, to departmental standards and Food Hygiene Regulations.
• Help with the receipt and checking of goods, ensuring correct quality and weight.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas and equipment at all times.
• In the cook’s absence, allocate work and supervise other staff in the kitchen.
• Follow Health and Safety at Work Regulations and safe practices in the kitchen.
• Report any hazardous conditions or defects to the manager promptly.
• Be available for training opportunities relevant to the role.
• Comply with safeguarding procedures for vulnerable adults and children.
• Ensure adherence to Equal Opportunities Policy and Data Protection guidelines.
• Carry out any other duties within the scope of the salary grade as required.

For further information please contact Terri.Hallinan@coventry.gov.uk

If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme -

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.

Please note: this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly

Interview date(s): 6th Jan 2026 - Face to Face

Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.

At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies