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TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nursery dedicated to nurturing children through healthy and nutritious food. This role emphasizes a child-centric approach, where your skills in food safety and budget management will contribute to creating a positive environment for growth and development. With opportunities for career progression and a supportive atmosphere, you'll be part of a team that values fun, kindness, and community involvement. If you're passionate about making a difference in children's lives through wholesome food, we invite you to apply and embark on this rewarding journey.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Learning and Development Support

Discounts on Food Shopping

Childcare Fee Discounts

Wellbeing Resources

Volunteering Days Off

Qualifications

• Passion for providing wholesome food in a child-centric environment.
• Experience in catering for large numbers and managing dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met.
• Manage budgets effectively to ensure cost efficiencies.

Skills

Food Hygiene Level 2

Food Safety Knowledge

Budget Management

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Enhanced DBS Check

Equivalent Food Safety Certification

Job description

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About the role:

Feeding our children healthy, nutritionally balanced food is key to the wellbeing of our little ones. From nourished tummies to nurtured minds, we work hard to encourage health and wellbeing right from the start. If you’re passionate about providing wholesome food and want to be part of a child-centric nursery, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Co-op Little Pioneers operates with a unique ethos focused on fun and kindness, aiming to nurture a considerate generation. Your skills will help us achieve outstanding ratings from colleagues, families, and children.

Who are we looking for?

1. Have an enhanced DBS check or pass one with flying colours
2. Food Hygiene Level 2 or equivalent, or willing to complete the course within the first week of work, or have a certified equivalent
3. Sound knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and COSHH requirements
4. Experience in catering for large numbers
5. Good budget management skills to ensure cost efficiencies
6. Knowledge of managing dietary requirements
7. Experience working with Environmental Health
8. Excellent organisational and time management skills
9. Strong listening and communication skills

What can we offer you?

1. Career Growth – Opportunities for progression within the nursery and beyond. Develop into roles such as nursery manager or other positions aligned with your aspirations.
2. Learning and Development – Support to enhance your skills through supervision, personal development plans, learning resources, and our LEAP Apprenticeship programmes.
3. Discounts and perks – Up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays, and 60% off childcare fees, saving up to £7000 annually.
4. Wellbeing – Resources and tools to support your mental and financial wellbeing, including wellbeing apps.
5. Doing Good Together – Up to 3 days off to volunteer during working hours.

Our child-centric approach emphasizes fun and kindness, helping us achieve outstanding ratings and nurturing a better generation. Your expertise in education and development will be vital in this mission.