Cook - vulnerable adults with learning disabilities

Civic Recruitment Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,653,000; Part time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a Cook for a vulnerable adults service in Tile Hill, Coventry. This 2-month contract involves preparing nutritious meals for residents, respite users, and staff, with emphasis on safety and dietary requirements.

The role requires prior Cook experience in a residential care setting, Food Safety Level 1/2, Food Hygiene Level 1/2, and an Enhanced DBS (Cook) clearance. Bi-weekly payroll is supported.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cook in a care environment.
• Ability to cook for groups of approximately 21 people.
• Food Safety Level 1 or 2 and Food Hygiene Level 1 or 2.
• Enhanced DBS (Cook) essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook lunch and evening meals for residents, staff and visitors.
• Cater for approximately 21 people daily with dietary needs.
• Follow all food hygiene, safety and health policies.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and monitor stock levels.
• Collaborate with the care team to support residents and service users.

Skills

Cook experience

Care home experience

Food Safety Level 1/2

Food Hygiene Level 1/2

DBS check (Cook)

Job description

Cook - vulnerable adults with learning disabilities

Tile Hill, United Kingdom | Posted on 03/08/2026

Job Description

2 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To prepare and cook nutritious, home-cooked meals for residents, respite service users, and staff within a residential care setting. The role involves maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety while catering for vulnerable adults with learning disabilities in a professional and caring environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh lunch and evening meals for residents, respite service users, and staff.
• Cater for approximately 21 people daily, ensuring meals meet dietary and nutritional requirements.
• Follow all food hygiene, food safety, and health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.
• Ensure food is stored, prepared, and served in accordance with current legislation and best practice.
• Support the wellbeing of vulnerable adults by providing high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Monitor stock levels and report any shortages or ordering requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the wider care team to meet the needs of residents and service users.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Cook.
• Experience within a residential care home or similar care environment.
• Experience preparing meals for groups of approximately 15–21 people.
• Food Safety Level 1 or Level 2 qualification (Level 2 preferred).
• Food Hygiene Level 1 or Level 2 qualification (Level 2 preferred).
• Enhanced DBS (without Barred List) with Cook listed as the job title (essential).

Additional Information

• Bi-Weekly Payments: Payments made every two weeks