Relief Nursery Chef Maternity Cover

Complete Childcare Nurseries Ltd; Reading; Presencial; GBP 25 000 - 30 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Paid lunch break

Competitive salary

Childcare discount

Attendance bonus

Wellbeing initiatives

Career development

Company events

Resumo da oferta

Complete Childcare Nurseries Ltd in Reading is seeking a Relief Chef for our Lower Earley Nursery on a 12‑month fixed term contract covering maternity leave. The role is full time, 40 hours per week, with a salary of £27,414.40 and a supportive team.

You will prepare nutritious meals for children under five, maintain hygiene standards, manage dietary needs, and assist with stock and safety duties. A caring attitude and nursery kitchen experience are essential.

Qualificações

• Experience as a Nursery Chef preferred.
• Knowledge of hygiene and infection control required.
• Awareness of dietary needs and allergies.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals for children under five.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cross-contamination control.
• Manage dietary restrictions and allergen considerations.
• Follow Health and Safety procedures and keep daily records.
• Monitor and rotate stock in the dry store and assist with weekly orders.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are looking for a Relief Chef at our Lower Earley Nursery on a fixed term contract for 12 months with the option to go full time within our Nursery Group.

12-month Fixed Term Maternity Leave Cover

Location: Lower Earley

Salary: £27,414.40

Hours: 40 hours over 5 days

We are looking for an experienced Nursery Chef to join our warm and welcoming team.

Why Join Us?

• PAID lunch break
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Fantastic childcare discount supporting working parents
• Attendance bonuses up to £500 per year
• Wellbeing initiatives because self-care matters
• Career growth with ongoing training and development opportunities at one of our settings
• Company events – Summer and Christmas parties

Your Main Role And Responsibilities Will Be To

• Provide fresh, nutritious and well-presented meals, including snacks, suitable for children and babies, under the age of five, according to the current nursery menus
• Always maintain a high standard of hygiene and to follow infection / cross contamination control procedures
• Have awareness of Special Dietary Needs ‑ referring to food allergies, food intolerances, cultural needs, vegetarian requirements etc
• Be aware of and carry out duties in connection with Health and Safety at work (e.g. Risk Assessments, COSHH, RIDDOR etc) and to update daily records
• Ensure stocks in the dry store are rotated daily and stock is monitored and maintained through the weekly shopping order
• At times you may be required to support other settings and transportation of the meals

Complete Childcare is committed to providing the best possible care to its children and safeguarding and promoting welfare of young children. All applicants will be required to complete an application form, and any offers of employment are conditional on the receipt of 2 satisfactory references, a satisfactory right to work check and an enhanced DBS check.

Complete Childcare is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees, workers and job applicants. The Company aims to create a culture that encourages and values diversity and that appoints, rewards and promotes staff based on merit.

A Day Nurseries.co.uk 'Top 20 Recommended Large Nursery Group' for 2020!

Complete Childcare is a group of 17 day nurseries and pre-schools providing excellent care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years old throughout Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell, Newbury and Banbury.

Whether you are looking for a special place for your child or looking to progress you career we would love to hear from you.