Preschool Cook

Elan Nursery and Preschool; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

We are looking for a Preschool Cook, to order, prepare and cook a variety of healthy, well-balanced meals for children aged 3 to 4 years in the Preschool.

We can offer you:

1. 50% off childcare
2. Pension
3. Discounts at shops
4. 4 weeks holiday
5. Plus Christmas week off
6. Birthday off as an extra bonus

Main Tasks/Duties

1. To manage the kitchen and other catering stations in line with environmental health regulations.
2. To ensure that all dietary requirements are known and adhered to, including allergies.
3. Ensure that appropriate clothing, including head wear is worn at all times by yourself.
4. Responsible for ensuring that the Food Policy is followed and that High Risk foods are not used in any recipes.
5. Ensure that all dietary requirements of children with allergies are adhered to.
6. Prepare lunch, tea and snacks.
7. To ensure that all food cooked is heated to the correct temperature.
8. Communicating effectively in the wider team, and supporting staff in dietary including allergy information and substitutes for children.
9. To coordinate the serving of lunches, ensuring food is covered and served at the correct temperature.
10. To clean the main kitchen after each service.

Qualifications

1. Minimum Level 2 in Food Hygiene, preferably level 3.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

1. Childcare
2. Company events
3. Company pension
4. Employee discount
5. Free parking
6. On-site parking
7. Sick pay

Schedule:

1. 8 hour shift
2. Day shift
3. Monday to Friday
4. No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

1. Loyalty bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

1. Haywards Heath, RH16 1PZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person