Assistant Nursery Cook/Chef

Storal; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery school near Salisbury seeks an Assistant Nursery Chef/Cook to prepare vital meals for children while ensuring safety and hygiene standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary arts, a commitment to nutritional quality, and an understanding of food safety regulations. Join Storal to contribute to creating an inspiring and supportive learning environment for children.

Benefits

Annual wellness day off

Company sick pay

Access to retail and other discounts through Perkbox

Increasing holidays after 2 years service

Performance related bonuses

Dedicated learning and development support

Access to one-to-one confidential counselling sessions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of COSHH regulations.
• Reflective of Storal's values around responsibility, openness and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritionally balanced meals for children.
• Ensure hygiene and safety compliance per Ofsted guidelines.
• Maintain stock levels and conduct stock rotation.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Nutritional meal preparation

Understanding of Health and Safety regulations

Education

Level 2 Food and Hygiene

Job description

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• Farley Salisbury Nursery Schoolby Storal
• Church Rd, Farley, Salisbury SP5 1AH
• Assistant Nursery Cook/Chef
• Casual, 0 Hours Contract

Set in a beautiful village near Salisbury, Farley Nursery School offers exceptional, Ofsted 'Outstanding' outdoor learning

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 £10.62per 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.