Day Nursery Cook

6 months ago


Southampton, United Kingdom The Early Years Group Full time

We are looking for passionate and ambitious Nursery Chef/Cook to join our team in Hamble, Southampton. Monday-Friday, 9:30am - 2:30pm.

We are hoping to hire someone who will prepare nutritionally balanced, freshly prepared meals and be responsible for the safe and hygienic management of the nursery kitchen.

**About the role**:

- Prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all the children on a daily basis, with minimum wastage
- Take responsibility to make sure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teams
- Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements
- Have an active role in leading the cookery club sessions with the children
- Support with other nursery activities e.g., BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings
- Maintaining stock levels and ensuring stock rotation
- To be aware of COSHH and follow relevant guidelines

**About you**:

- Level 2 Food and Hygiene
- Minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role
- Understanding of Health and Safety regulations and COSHH
- Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies
- Great communication skills, with both colleagues, children, and parents
- Ability to work under pressure

Pay: From £11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Southampton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person



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