Assistant Cook

Reference: 000177 | Closing Date: 14/8/2026 | Interview Date: 19/8/2026

Salary: £23,940 (£14,293 pro rata).

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only | Hours per Week: 24.5 | Location: Pendleton

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Assistant Cook to support with delivering a high-quality catering service that enhances the experience of our students, staff and visitors across the College.

You'll help oversee the day-to-day operation of the catering provision, ensuring excellent food quality, customer service, hygiene and compliance, while promoting healthy, nutritious and affordable food choices.

You'll be committed to maintaining high standards, fostering a positive team culture and delivering an outstanding customer experience. Clear communication and a practical, solutions-focused approach are essential.


How to Apply

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please email HR@salfordcc.ac.uk.

Reason to Join Us:

  • We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College’s Association style terms and conditions) including 13 weeks not in college (195 days in College).
  • We have a 2:30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including three Staff Wellbeing days per year.
  • We offer automatic enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme with employer pension contribution.
  • Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with
  • We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working.
  • We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff.
  • We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.
  • Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff.
  • Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness.
  • 93% of staff are proud to work at the College.

To apply, follow the link - https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/salfordcitycollege/Job/JobDetail?JobId=188

Commitment to Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees

The College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with military experience whose unique skills and perspectives are highly valued.

Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the service of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only.

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Location

Dronfield Road, , Salford, M6 7FR, United Kingdom

Job ID

15771