Part-Time Nursery Chef: Meals & Safety

Early Learners Nursery - Hoole; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Company pension

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Job summary

Early Learners Nursery - Hoole Village in Chester is seeking a part-time Nursery Cook (12.5 hours per week, 1.30pm–4pm, Monday to Friday). The role leads the delivery of meals in line with Safer Food Better Business practices and supports day-to-day kitchen operations.

Applicants must hold at least Level 2 Food Hygiene/Catering or equivalent. The interview process will cover knowledge of food safety and menu planning; on-site parking is available.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 in Food Safety / Catering qualification (or equivalent).
• Part-time role: 12.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Orient, train, assign, schedule, coaching, counselling, and supervising kitchen staff.
• Contribute to strategic plans and audits; ensure production standards and customer service.
• Estimate requirements, assist with budgeting, and design menus within budget.
• Develop recipes and portion specifications based on nutritional needs and trends.
• Oversee food preparation, portion control, and presentation quality.
• Standardise recipes, monitor costs, and promote quality improvements.
• Prepare meal reports by analysing food, dining and customer data.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and regulatory compliance in the kitchen.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships to maintain stock.
• Keep equipment in good working order and supervise preventive maintenance.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and share knowledge with team.
• Accept new responsibilities to add value to the role.

Education

Level 2 in Food Safety / Catering

Job description

Early Learners Nursery - Hoole Village in Chester is seeking a part-time Nursery Cook (12.5 hours per week, 1.30pm–4pm, Monday to Friday). The role leads the delivery of meals in line with Safer Food Better Business practices and supports day-to-day kitchen operations.

Applicants must hold at least Level 2 Food Hygiene/Catering or equivalent. The interview process will cover knowledge of food safety and menu planning; on-site parking is available.