Job Shop vacancies

3 March 2025

The Job Shop offers a safe and welcoming environment for those requiring support to find their next positive destination, whether that be employment, education or training.

General vacancy enquiries can be emailed to jobshop@coventry.gov.uk. A Job Coach will get back to you within one working day to discuss further vacancy details and help you to apply.

Please contact us by:

Email: jobshop@coventry.gov.uk
Phone: 024 7678 5740

92506: Catering Manager

Salary: £25,992 - £28,624 pro rata per annum
Hours: Part time (25 hours per week)
Location: Coventry

Vacancy details:

• Looking for an experienced Catering Manager to lead a team delivering high quality meals for the school.
• You will need to hold an NVQ Level 2 Award in Hospitality and Catering Principles along with Level 2 Food Safety. 
• To set and maintain a high standard of quality food presentation and service. All food being served must be at the right temperature, garnished and served in an appropriate manner.
• To serve meals and assist the customer in choice of dishes. Ordering, preparation and cooking of food following the Centralised menu plan for breakfasts, lunches, buffets and promotions.
• Ensure the Governments Nutritional / Food based Standards are met. Compile and submit all statistical documentation required by the central administration office, e.g. trading sheets, payroll adjustment sheets, periodic stock control sheets.
• To prepare or delegate preparation of dining area for all types of catering requirements, including function catering. 

92504: Catering Manager

Salary: £25,992 - £28,624 pro rata per annum
Hours: Part time (26.25 hours per week)
Location: Coventry

Vacancy details:

• Looking for an experienced Catering Manager to lead a team delivering high quality meals for the school.
• You will need to hold an NVQ Level 2 Award in Hospitality and Catering Principles along with Level 2 Food Safety. 
• To set and maintain a high standard of quality food presentation and service. All food being served must be at the right temperature, garnished and served in an appropriate manner.
• To serve meals and assist the customer in choice of dishes. Ordering, preparation and cooking of food following the Centralised menu plan for breakfasts, lunches, buffets and promotions.
• Ensure the Governments Nutritional / Food based Standards are met. Compile and submit all statistical documentation required by the central administration office, e.g. trading sheets, payroll adjustment sheets, periodic stock control sheets.
• To prepare or delegate preparation of dining area for all types of catering requirements, including function catering. 

90560: Assistant Cook - Nursing Home

Salary: £12.40 per hour
Hours: Full time 
Location: Rugby

Vacancy details:

• Catering for various diets daily.
• Supporting the chef menu planning and assisting the chef with running of the kitchen.
• Confident in running the kitchen whilst the chef is off.
• Always keeping the kitchen safe and clean.
• Passion for cooking and baking would be advantageous.
• Passion to support elderly service users in a nursing home   

80119: Junior Cook

Salary: £12.00
Hours: Full time / Part time
Location: Coventry CV2

Vacancy details:

• An individual with a passion for cooking and a desire to learn and grow in the culinary field.
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment and previous kitchen experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to take direction and accept constructive feedback.
• Punctuality and reliability.