Assistant Cook – Meals on Wheels

As an Assistant Cook, you will support with the preparation, cooking, and serving of high‑quality meals in a hygienic and well‑organised kitchen environment. You will play a key role in ensuring meals are produced safely, efficiently, and in line with food hygiene and nutritional standards. Please note this is a part time role.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, cooking, and packing meals following set menus, recipes, and procedures
• Supporting the Cook and deputising in their absence
• Acting as Cook during weekend shifts
• Assisting with stock control and food ordering when working within the week
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, including cleaning equipment and work areas
• Setting up and cleaning dining areas as required
• Supporting and guiding kitchen staff, including assisting with rotas and training new staff
• Ensuring compliance with HACCP, food hygiene, and health and safety regulations
• Attending training as required and participating in performance development processes

Essential Requirement:

Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

This is a hands‑on role in a busy kitchen, ideal for someone who enjoys teamwork, takes pride in their work, and is passionate about supporting vulnerable members of the community.

Please submit a CV and supporting statement to ella1_blewitt@sandwell.gov.uk before the closing date.

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to submit your CV as soon as possible. When submitting your CV and supporting statement, please refer to the supporting documents attached.

If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.

If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.

If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact ella1_blewitt@sandwell.gov.uk

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Sandwell Council welcomes applications from Armed Forces veterans and values the transferable skills and experience they bring. Under our Veterans’ Guaranteed Interview Scheme, eligible veterans who demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. Please indicate in your application that you wish to be considered under the scheme.