Nursery Chef

Happy Nurses; City Of London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Eltham is seeking a Nursery Chef responsible for preparing nutritious meals and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Candidates should have a minimum Level 2 in Food Hygiene and GCSEs in Maths and English. The role offers flexible hours, with a pay of £13 per hour. Ideal for candidates who love working with children and are team players.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 in Food Hygiene In The Workplace or similar.
• GCSE – Maths and English – Grade C and above / or Functional Skills – Level 2 – English, Maths and ICT.

Responsibilities

• Take sole responsibility for the cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Prepare a 4 week rolling menu, ensuring a balanced diet for children.
• Ensure food ordering is kept within nursery budget.

Skills

Ability to cook a varied and nutritious menu

Write a 4 week rolling menu

Take initiative

Cook to a budget

Remain calm in stressful situations

Good team player

Excellent hygiene practice

Education

Minimum Level 2 in Food Hygiene

GCSE – Maths and English – Grade C and above

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Nursery Chef for our nursery based in Eltham SE9.

The position will be 30 hours a week, Monday to Friday working from 11.30am - 5.30pm or 8.30am - 2.30pm.

Salary: £13 per hour

Please only apply if you are within a 40 minute commute distance.

Responsibilities

• To take sole responsibility for the cleanliness of the kitchen, including floors, surfaces, cupboards, fridges, freezers and oven, including the utility room and downstairs toilet.
• To hold a minimum of level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or similar.
• To ensure that all food online ordering is completed by Friday afternoon and be responsible for all food and cleaning equipment ordering.
• To ensure that food ordering is kept within nursery budget and there is no food wastage.
• To prepare a 4 week rolling menu, which should be updated according to season and availability of produce and provide a balanced and varied diet for the children.
• To keep records of food served, cleaning done, fridge and freezer and food temperatures.
• To prepare all snacks and lunches and serve.
• To ensure that all food is prepared and ready for days off, including after school club if applicable.
• To ensure that the dietary requirements of all children is known and understood. Liaison with room leaders is essential for this.
• All food is to be cooked from fresh.
• To ensure that all records are kept up to date including daily menu sheets, food hygiene record book, fridge and freezer temperature records, food probe temperatures. In addition, be responsible for monitoring and controlling food and household goods.
• To liaise with management on a regular basis regarding any food issues.
• To help ensure that the nursery meets safety and Hygiene requirements and to report any issues to a senior member of staff.
• To ensure training is kept up-to-date.
• To be aware of and comply with Lifeline and Little Learners policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Child protection, Confidentiality Procedures and Equal Opportunities.

Essential qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 in Food Hygiene In The Workplace or similar (this can be completed as an online course).
• GCSE – Maths and English – Grade C and above / or Functional Skills – Level 2 – English, Maths and ICT.

Desirable qualifications

• First Aid Certificate.
• Experience in catering preferred but not essential.

Experience and skills - Essential

• Ability to cook a varied and nutritious menu.
• Be able to write a 4 week rolling menu (our menus are based on good home cooked food).
• Ability to take initiative.
• Be able to cook to a budget.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Be a good team player that is adaptable.
• Excellent hygiene practice.

Relationships – Essential

• Ability to work as a team.
• Ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and organisations.
• Ability to build relationships with and have a love of children.

Application

Please apply using your CV and we will aim to respond within 3 working days.

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
• Pay: £13.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Education:
• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience:
• Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (preferred)
• Management: 1 year (preferred)
• Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred)

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Flexible language requirement: English not required