Nursery Cook

Banana Moon Day Nurseries; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery service provider in Sunderland is seeking a dedicated Nursery Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with health regulations and foster a caring environment during mealtimes. Passion for children's wellbeing and creativity in food presentation are essential. The role offers various perks including staff discounts and training opportunities.

Benefits

Staff well-being programme

Staff discount for childcare

Training for further qualifications

Access to Noodlenow platform

Annual black tie event

Closed between Christmas and New Year

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation for children desirable.
• Understanding of nutritional requirements for young children.
• Ability to follow health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare balanced and nutritious meals for children.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.
• Manage allergy systems for children's dietary needs.

Skills

Patience and calmness under pressure

Creativity in making healthy food appealing

Caring attitude towards children's wellbeing

Reliability and consistency

Job description

To ensure the preparation of a balanced, healthy nutritious and tasty diet for children, following the specifications set in Banana Moon seasonal recipes. The Nursery Cook adheres to the policies and procedures of Banana Moon Day Nursery and complies with the Environmental Health Food Safety, Health and Safety guidelines to contribute towards ensuring highest possible Regulatory Inspection grading. To prepare fresh meals and snacks on a rotational menu and to ensure that allergy management systems are in place.

We are looking for a hardworking and passionate individual to join our wonderful team at Banana Moon Day Nursery

• Patience and calmness under pressure (busy mealtimes, last-minute changes)
• Creativity in making healthy food appealing to children
• A caring attitude and genuine interest in children’s wellbeing
• Reliability and consistency, as children thrive on routine - including mealtimes

• Staff well-being programme

• Staff discount for childcare

• Training to gain further qualifications

• Access to Noodlenow industry leading online platform

• Annual black tie event

• Closed between Christmas and New Year