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Coventry, West Midlands, GB
Serco manages the Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract (AASC). We focus on assisting individuals through the asylum system, ensuring that vulnerable asylum seekers have access to the support they need along with a high standard of accommodation.
We are seeking an an Assistant Cook in our AASC team, you’ll help deliver high-quality catering services that support the wellbeing of service users every day. Working closely with the Head Cook and wider catering team, you'll play an important role in ensuring meals are prepared safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
Our work touches lives, and your work has purpose. By helping provide nutritious meals in a supportive and inclusive environment, you'll contribute to a positive impact on communities while helping us create impactful solutions that support people through their journey. You'll be part of a team built on trust, care and pride, with headroom for people to grow and develop their careers.
Assist the Head Cook in preparing and cooking varied, nutritious menus, including special diets and meals for religious and cultural events.
Support the delivery of catering services in line with Home Office and Serco catering standards.
Carry out food quality checks before, during and after meal service.
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Complete all required catering records and documentation to comply with food hygiene regulations, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) requirements, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations and company policies.
Help maintain food safety, security, storage and distribution standards across the site.
Support stock ordering, food waste management, recycling activities and other catering duties as required.
Level 3 Food Safety qualification.
Level 2 Allergens in Catering qualification
Experience working within a large-scale catering environment, ideally with at least three years in a similar role.
Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds while contributing positively to a team environment.
Strong commitment to delivering high standards of service, safety and care.
Level 3 Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) qualification is desirable
An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role. This includes spent and unspent convictions, cautions, and any relevant information held by local police, in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and safeguarding requirements. This role also requires BPSS clearance , which involves identity verification, employment history, and criminal record checks to meet government security standards. You will also complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire to allow us to provide any support needed for you to succeed in the role.
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At Serco, everyone plays a vital part in delivering essential public services that make a real difference. As a global team of 50,000 people across Defence, Transport, Justice, Immigration, Healthcare, Leisure and Citizen Services, we’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the services that communities rely on. Guided by our values of Trust, Care, Innovation and Pride, our people make meaningful impact, every single day. Our inclusive recruitment commitment: We prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader, a top Great British Employer of Veterans, and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder, we champion equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme: Applicants with disabilities, veterans and people with convictions, who meet the minimum job criteria, are guaranteed an interview. Simply opt into the relevant scheme on the application form.
Ban The Box: We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).
For support with your application, please contact recruitmentuk@serco.com.
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GBP 28000-28000 yearly / year
Full-time
Mid · 3+ years experience
Onsite
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