Assistant Casual Nursery Cook/Chef

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Assistant Nursery Cook/Chef to prepare nutritious meals for children. This role involves ensuring food safety and hygiene standards while catering to specific dietary needs. You will work in a nurturing environment that values teamwork and high standards. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive team, this position is perfect for those who want to make a difference in children's lives. Join a dedicated group that prioritizes the well-being of children and fosters a collaborative atmosphere.

Benefits

Annual wellness day off

Company sick pay

Access to retail discounts

Holidays increasing to 22 days after 2 years

Performance related bonuses

Dedicated learning and development support

Confidential counselling sessions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role.
• Understanding of Health and Safety regulations and COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Prepare balanced and nutritional meals for children.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure stock rotation.

Skills

Food and Hygiene Level 2

Health and Safety regulations

COSHH understanding

Catering for dietary needs

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Client:

Storal

Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Casual Assistant Nursery Cook/Chef

• Hemsley House Nursery Schoolby Storal
• 137 Tonbridge Rd, Maidstone ME16 8JS
• Assistant Nursery Cook/Chef
• Casual, 0 Hours Contract

Two beautifully converted, large Victorian homes are where you’ll find our Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Hemsley House Nursery School in Maidstone.

We are looking for passionate and ambitious Assistant Nursery Chef/Cook who will prepare nutritionally balanced, freshly prepared meals and be responsible for the safe and hygienic management of the nursery kitchen.

This nursery is part of Storal, a group of nurseries across England. It is our vision at Storal to be the nursery group that every family and educator wants to be part of. Our values are built around creating this environment for teams and children. We believe in high standards, praising each other, pulling together as a team whilst actively helping others to grow and that’s only the beginning of the story. We do what we say we do and if you align with this approach, then a Storal nursery is the place for you.

About the job:

• Provide balanced and nutritional meals for all children attending the nursery and catering for children with specific dietary needs
• Instill Storal Values to Food and Hygiene and compliance with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health-Food Safety, Health ad Safety and within the guidelines of Ofsted
• Ensure all children are kept safe and have rich stimulating experiences
• Maintaining stock levels and ensuring stock rotation
• To be aware of COSHH and follow relevant guidelines
• To deputise for the Cook in all absences with the expectation of deputising full time when this is required

About you:

• Level 2 Food and Hygiene
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role
• Understanding of Health and Safety regulations and COSHH
• Reflecting the Storal values around responsibility, openness and working together

What we can offer you:

Salary: From £10.42 up to £11.56 per hour based on experience and qualifications

Storal will cover the cost of transport to the nursery setting

• Annual wellness day off
• Company sick pay
• Access to retail and other discounts through Perkbox
• Holidays increasing to 22 days after 2 years service and 25 days after 5 years service
• Performance related bonuses
• Dedicated learning and development support
• Access to one-to-one confidential counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme

Storal is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All employees will be subject to background checks, enhanced DBS checks and reference checks.