Flexible Early Years Chef

Bright Horizons; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Bright Horizons Nurseries in Manchester is seeking Flexible Working Chefs to join on an ad-hoc basis. You will prepare, cook and present age-appropriate meals in a clean, safe kitchen, working with staff and parents to support care and education provisions.

Experience in cooking for children and Food Safety (CIEH L2+) are essential. COSHH knowledge, dietary accommodations, and safeguarding training are required on day one.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking in domestic or commercial property.
• Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (to be passed on day 1).
• Sound knowledge of COSHH.
• Ability to manage dietary requirements and allergies.

Responsibilities

• Keep kitchen clean and safe following internal/external requirements.
• Prepare and cook age-appropriate meals for children daily.
• Ensure dietary requirements are catered for and communicated clearly to teams.
• Comply with safeguarding policies and training requirements.

Skills

Cooking in setting

Food safety principles

Dietary requirements knowledge

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Job description

Flexible Working Chef – Bright Horizons Nurseries, Manchester

Location: Manchester
Pay: £14.39 per hour
Contract Type: Flexible / Bank Staff
Hours: Ad-hoc shifts – perfect for retired chefs or those seeking occasional work

Are you a retired or semi-retired chef looking to stay active in the kitchen without the commitment of full-time hours? Or perhaps you’re someone with culinary experience who enjoys the benefits of flexible working?

Bright Horizons Nurseries in Manchester are looking for a Flexible Working Chefs to join our friendly team on an ad-hoc basis. This role is ideal for those who want to contribute their skills in a meaningful way while enjoying the freedom of flexible working.

Purpose of Role

To prepare, cook and present age appropriate food to high standards in a clean, tidy, safe and pleasant environment. Work in partnership with the nursery team and parents at all times to support the nurseries care and education provision. Keep accurate records of supplies and order replacements as needed within the nursery budget requirements.
This role requires working in collaboration with others and taking responsibility for working in line with regulatory requirements and BH policies and procedures.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment adhering to internal and external requirements
• Encourage and model behaviour which is appropriate in a child environment being professional at all times
• To make sure you meet the legal and company requirements for fire, safety, health & hygiene at all items and necessary paperwork is completed
• To prepare and cook enough age appropriate food for all the children on a daily basis with minimum wastage
• Take responsibility to make sure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teams
• To respond appropriately to issues requiring confidentiality: for example being aware of personal information regarding children
• Support, promote and implement policies and procedures
• Fulfil their roles, responsibilities and legislation duty in relation to safeguarding children by ensure that they have read understood and implement the Safeguarding Policies and Procedures.
• Ensure that they have completed Child Protection training every two years as set out in the Child Protection Policy and that this training impacts on their ability to safeguard the children in their care
• Work in co-operation and partnership with the Nursery team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet
• Ensure that budgetary requirements are met
• Having an active role in leading the cookery club sessions with children.
• Use nominated suppliers and ensure all deliveries are accurate and paperwork is kept up to date
• Support with other activities with the nursery e.g. BBQ’s, Fetes, Staff meetings, children’s cookery clubs
• To take reasonable care of yourself and others and to comply with company Health and Safety guidelines
• Support the manager and work as a team to ensure a good or better inspection outcome
• Understand the importance of keeping everyone safe and the part you play
• Demonstrate a proactive approach using your initiative and showing resilience to take responsibility for getting things done
• Ensure stocks are managed and stock levels recorded in line with company expectations.

Essential Experience

• Experience in any role which involves cooking in domestic or commercial property

• Food Safety CIEH L2 or above or equivalent - this must be passed on day 1 in post

• Sound Knowledge of COSHH

• Able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirement around food allergies.

Experience Desirable

• Experience in any role that involved cooking for young children
• Understanding of EHO process

Qualifications

• Food Safety CIEH L2 or above or equivalent - this must be passed on day 1 in post

Personal attributes

• Ability to work under pressure

• Ability to communicate with both adults, children and parents

• Ability to communicate clearly using a variety of techniques.

• Ability to encourage team effort

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.

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