Nursery Chef

MAS Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nursery recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking dedicated staff to prepare healthy menus and maintain a safe environment for children. The role involves liaising with team members and management to support children's care and education. Ideal candidates must be reliable, follow company policies, and observe hygiene standards, including a specific dress code. This position offers the opportunity to contribute positively to children's welfare in a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• Must be punctual and reliable for the children's continuity.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain healthy eating menus considering allergies.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for children.
• Liaise with line managers and team members effectively.
• Contribute to the care and education of the children.
• Support monitoring of the Food Standard Agency ratings.
• Familiarize with policies and procedures.

Job description

You will be employed by the nursery to work in the nursery and may from time to time be assigned to different rooms and/ or work in different teams, if the nursery is closed, for example, for 2 days.

All post holders must be aware that they may on occasion be subject to the behaviour of unruly children or disruptive adults, comply with the nursery policies.

Post-holders may be occasionally exposed to blood, bodily fluids and tissue. It is important to be aware of our policies and procedures and strictly follow them.

To be punctual, reliable is a must for the continuity for the children and the smooth running of the nursery setting, please refer to and comply with the Company’s Code of Conduct which will be subject to amendments or changes every year as this will form part of your Terms and Conditions.

Job Description

Job Purpose

A To prepare and maintain healthy eating menus for all children attending the nursery and amendments made when considering children’s allergies and food preferences.

B To keep a safe, clean, tidy, attractive environment for the children at all times. Including the overall kitchen, all cupboards, preparation areas and dining rooms.

C To regularly liaise with the line managers and share information as necessary whilst forming sound relationships with all team members

D To become fully involved in the work of the Nursery by contributing to the care and education of the children

E To be active in supporting and monitoring of the Food Standard Agency Rating’s profile and requirements

F To work in partnership with the Management to ensure the preparation and delivery of a balanced and healthy diet for the children is delivered.

G To take time out to read and familiarise yourself with all our Policies and Procedures in compliance with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health-Food Safety, Health and Safety and within the guidelines of Ofsted/CSIW and the National Standards.

To observe and comply with the company dress code at all times:

• Hair to be tied back if touching your collar.(nets may be provided)
• No rings with the exception of the wedding band.
• Apron and appropriate head covering to be worn.
• No open toe shoes to be worn in the kitchen.