Nursery Chef

Happy Nurses; Eltham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nursery organization in Eltham seeks a Nursery Chef to manage kitchen cleanliness and prepare nutritious meals for children. The ideal candidate will have at least a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate and GCSEs in Maths and English. Responsibilities include menu creation and ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards. This role offers £13 per hour with full-time and part-time options. Benefits include a company pension and on-site parking.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 in Food Hygiene In The Workplace or similar.
• GCSE Maths and English grades C or above.

Responsibilities

• Take sole responsibility for the cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Prepare a 4 week rolling menu providing balanced meals for children.
• Ensure food ordering is within budget and no food wastage occurs.

Skills

Ability to cook a varied and nutritious menu

Ability to take initiative

Excellent hygiene practice

Good team player

Ability to write a 4 week rolling menu

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Education

GCSE – Maths and English – Grade C and above / or Functional Skills – Level 2

Minimum Level 2 in Food Hygiene In The Workplace

Job description

Job 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Take sole responsibility for the cleanliness of the kitchen, including floors, surfaces, cupboards, fridges, freezers, oven, utility room and downstairs toilet.
• Hold a minimum of level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or similar.
• Ensure that all food online ordering is completed by Friday afternoon and be responsible for all food and cleaning equipment ordering.
• Ensure that food ordering is kept within nursery budget and there is no food wastage.
• Prepare a 4 week rolling menu, updated according to season and availability of produce, providing a balanced and varied diet for the children.
• Keep records of food served, cleaning done, fridge and freezer and food temperatures.
• Prepare all snacks and lunches and serve.
• Ensure that all food is prepared and ready for days off, including after school club if applicable.
• Ensure that the dietary requirements of all children is known and understood, liaising with room leaders.
• All food is to be cooked from fresh.
• 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. Be responsible for monitoring and controlling food and household goods.
• liaise with management on a regular basis regarding any food issues.
• Help insure that the nursery meets safety and Hygiene requirements and report any issues to a senior member of staff.
• Ensure training is kept up-to-date.
• Be aware of and comply with all 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 (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.
• 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.

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

Job Types

Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay

£13.00 per hour

Benefits

• Company pension
• On-site parking

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)