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The Midcounties Co-operative; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children’s nursery in Bristol invites applications for a role focused on promoting healthy, nutritionally balanced food for children. Candidates should possess strong food safety knowledge, budget management skills, and experience in catering for substantial groups. The position offers clear paths for career growth and perks equating to significant savings on food and childcare.

Benefits

Up to 20% off food shopping

£500 off holidays

60% off childcare fees, saving up to £7000 annually

Resources for financial and mental wellbeing

Up to 3 days volunteering during working hours

Qualifications

• Experience catering for large groups is crucial.
• Sound knowledge of HACCP and COSHH requirements.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Promote healthy food for children and manage dietary needs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Maintain budget efficiency in nursery operations.

Skills

Budget Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 or equivalent

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 looking for a role where you can promote wholesome food for children, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Co-op Little Pioneers is run with a different ethos to other nurseries. Our child-centric approach emphasizes fun, nurturing a kinder and more considerate generation. Your skills will help us achieve outstanding ratings from colleagues, families, and children.

Who are we looking for?

• Have an enhanced DBS check or pass one with flying colours
• Food Hygiene Level 2 or equivalent, or willing to complete the course in the first week
• Sound knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and COSHH requirements
• Experience catering for large numbers
• Good budget management skills to ensure cost efficiencies
• Knowledge of managing dietary requirements
• Experience working with Environmental Health
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong listening and communication skills

What can we offer you?

• Career Growth: Opportunities for progression within the nursery and beyond, including roles like nursery manager.
• Learning and Development: Support through supervision, personal development plans, learning resources, and apprenticeship programmes.
• Discounts and Perks: Up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays, and 60% off childcare fees, saving up to £7000 annually.
• Wellbeing: Resources and tools for financial and mental wellbeing, including wellness apps.
• Doing Good Together: Up to 3 days volunteering during working hours.

Our child-centric approach emphasizes fun and nurturing a considerate generation. Your skills in education and development will help us achieve outstanding ratings from colleagues, families, and children.