Nursery Cook – Hengrove

Earlyyearsacademy; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving nursery is seeking an experienced Nursery Childcare Cook to provide healthy meals for children. The ideal candidate will ensure that all food safety regulations are followed, maintain cleanliness standards, and demonstrate a positive attitude. This role is essential in helping children receive nutritious, balanced meals.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• Hold a Level 2/3 health & hygiene qualification.
• Knowledge of basic health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare snacks and meals for children and staff.
• Maintain kitchen and serving areas to high standards.
• Adhere to allergen and dietary requirements.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Effective communication skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

Level 3 Food and Hygiene qualification

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Nursery Childcare Cook to join our thriving team at our Nursery Setting.

The heartbeat of our Nursery is our team and an important part of that team is our Nursery Cook, who provides nutritious and healthy meals for the children under our care.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

· Prepare Snacks and Meals for the children (and sometimes staff!)

· Ensure all allergen and dietary requirements are adhered to

· Undertake regular deep cleans of their working kitchen

· Hold a level 2/3 health & hygiene qualification

· Have 1 years experience in similar role

· To ensure the kitchen and serving areas are maintained to the highest standards in terms of presentation and cleanliness.

· To consistently present correctly laid out tables and trays as per children specification.

· To be able to undertake any further duties assigned by the Nursery chef in relation to the kitchen, meals, serving and cleanliness.

· Be passionate about preparing fresh, balanced, nutritious meals

Essential to role

· A positive attitude

· Level 3 Food and Hygiene qualification

· A team player

· Effective communication skills

· Knowledge of basic health and safety and food safety

· Willingness to undertake further training as required

· COSHH Knowledge

If you enjoy ensuring Children are given the best start in life with a healthy balanced diet, then we want to hear from you.