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Day Nursery Cook 16 pound 48 pence per hour

salary Salary :

£16.48 monthly

Job Description - Day Nursery Cook 16 pound 48 pence per hour

Description
  • Plan and prepare nutritious, balanced meals and snacks in line with current nutritional guidelines (EYFS Nutrition Guidance) for young children.
  • Cater for children with allergies, food intolerances, cultural, religious, and medical dietary requirements.
  • Prepare meals from fresh ingredients where possible.
  • Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in accordance with Food Standards Agency guidance and HACCP procedures.
  • Ensure all food is safely stored, labelled, and rotated using stock control procedures.
  • Monitor food temperatures and maintain accurate food safety records.
  • Order food supplies and kitchen consumables within the agreed budget.
  • Minimise food waste through effective planning and stock management.
  • Ensure the kitchen and food preparation areas remain clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
  • Work closely with the Nursery Manager regarding menus, special dietary needs, and food budgets.
  • Support nursery events by preparing food for celebrations where appropriate.
  • Report any maintenance issues or health and safety concerns promptly.


Requirements
  • Clear Enhanced DBS Certificate, registered on the DBS Update Service.
  • Previous experience working as a cook in a nursery, school, care, or catering environment is ideal but not essential.
  • Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
  • Good understanding of food safety legislation and allergen management.
  • Proven experience of managing allergens/ intolerances and communicating this effectively.
  • Knowledge of the statutory healthy eating guidelines for young children. (EYFS Nutrition Guidance)
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a busy kitchen.
  • Friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic approach.
  • Good communication skills.


Benefits
  • Annual Midnight Moon nursery celebration event.
  • Training and development programme.
  • On-site parking.
  • Nursery closed between Christmas and New Year.
  • Mon-Fri weekday working (08:30 - 17:00) and closed on Bank Holidays.
  • Generous salary
  • Work in a staff team of friendly, happy people and wonderful children and families!
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