Casual Nursery Cook/Chef

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Nursery Cook/Chef to create nutritious meals for children in a charming rural setting. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of young learners while adhering to high standards of food safety and hygiene. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration and growth, ensuring that every child has a safe and enriching experience. With competitive pay and generous benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Transport cost coverage

Annual wellness day off

Company sick pay

Access to retail discounts

Increasing holidays

Performance related bonuses

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 with dietary needs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure stock rotation.

Skills

Food Preparation

Nutritional Planning

Health and Safety Regulations

Team Collaboration

Education

Level 2 Food and Hygiene

Job description

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Client:

Storal

Location:

Blandford Forum, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Casual Nursery Cook/Chef

• Archway Nursery School by Storal
• Hyde Farm, Salisbury Rd, Blandford Forum DT11 8TX
• Nursery Cook/Chef
• Full Time, 40 Hours per week, Monday to Friday

Located in a beautifully converted farmhouse, Archway Nursery School in Blandford Forum is a little piece of rural magic.

We are looking for passionate and ambitious 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 £10.47 up to £14.13per 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.