Cook

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

Job summary

Join a leading nursery where your role will focus on providing healthy meals that nurture the wellbeing of children. You will be part of a child-centric team, using your culinary skills to ensure food safety and adherence to dietary requirements. This position offers various career growth opportunities and a host of benefits, including discount perks and support for personal development.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Up to 20% off food shopping

Access to wellness resources

Up to 3 days off for volunteering

Qualifications

• Have an enhanced DBS check or pass one.
• Experience catering for large numbers.
• Sound knowledge of HACCP and COSHH requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage food safety and dietary requirements in a nursery setting.
• Support the child-centric approach to nutrition and wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Health regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of food safety

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Budget management

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

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 say high five to food that’s fabulously wholesome and fit for a king, queen, dragon, astronaut, fairy or superhero, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Co-op Little Pioneers nursery operates with a different ethos. Our child-centric approach emphasizes fun, which helps nurture a kinder and more considerate generation. Your core skills will support our mission to ensure our colleagues, families, and children all rate us as outstanding.

Disclaimer: No two children are the same, and neither will your days be.

Who are we looking for?

• Have an enhanced DBS check or pass one with flying colours
• Food Hygiene Level 2 or equivalent, or willingness to complete the course within the first week, or certified equivalent
• 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?

Our roles come with a fantastic set of benefits that truly make a difference:

• Career Growth: Opportunities for progression within the nursery and beyond. Develop into roles such as nursery manager or other societal roles, driven by your dreams and aspirations.
• Learning and Development: Support to develop your skills through supervision, personal development plans, learning resources, and our award-winning LEAP Apprenticeship programmes.
• Discounts and Perks: Up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays, and 60% off childcare fees—potentially saving up to £7,000 annually.
• Wellbeing: Access to wellness resources and tools, including financial and mental wellbeing apps.
• Doing Good Together: Up to 3 days off for volunteering during working hours.

Our child-centric approach aims to nurture a kinder, more considerate generation, with a focus on education and development of key children. We strive for outstanding ratings from colleagues, families, and children alike.

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Created on 04/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom