Catering Assistant Chef — Nutritious Meals with Purpose

Serco Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension up to 6%

Internal courses & apprenticeships

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Volunteer days & charitable giving

Job summary

Serco Limited in Coventry City Centre is seeking an Assistant Cook to join our AASC catering team. You’ll help deliver nutritious meals, support safety standards, and work closely with the Head Cook to maintain high quality across all service periods.

This role requires Level 3 Food Safety and Level 2 Allergens qualifications, at least three years in large-scale catering, and a commitment to inclusive, safe service. An Enhanced DBS and BPSS clearance are part of the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Food Safety qualification required.
• Level 2 Allergens in Catering qualification required.
• Minimum 3 years in a large-scale catering environment.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds and contribute to a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Cook in preparing nutritious menus including special diets.
• Support catering services per Home Office and Serco standards.
• Carry out food quality checks during service.
• Complete records to comply with HACCP, COSHH and policies.
• Maintain food safety, storage and distribution standards on site.
• Assist with stock ordering, waste management and other duties.

Skills

Food Safety Level 3

Allergens Level 2

Catering experience

Team player

Quality standards

Education

Level 3 Food Safety qualification

Level 2 Allergens in Catering qualification

Job description

Serco Limited in Coventry City Centre is seeking an Assistant Cook to join our AASC catering team. You’ll help deliver nutritious meals, support safety standards, and work closely with the Head Cook to maintain high quality across all service periods.

This role requires Level 3 Food Safety and Level 2 Allergens qualifications, at least three years in large-scale catering, and a commitment to inclusive, safe service. An Enhanced DBS and BPSS clearance are part of the recruitment process.