Nursery Cook

Portland Nurseries are seeking an **EXPERIENCED & ENTHUSIASTIC COOK / HOUSEKEEPER **to work in our Nursery.

**JOBDESCRIPTION**
**Cook**
Report to **Nursery Manager**

**Role**
- To maintain a high standard of cleanliness in the kitchen and in the nursery.
- To be responsible for the preparation of food, in line with agreed menus, and cleaning of kitchen equipment.

**Accountabilities**
**Operational**
- In consultation with the Nursery manager, be responsible for the preparation of seasonal menu’s, taking account of any special dietary needs.
- To maintain adequate stores and food stuffs in appropriate storage conditions.
- To order all food and maintain monthly records for stocktaking purposes of all food stuff.
- To ensure the kitchen and all kitchen equipment is kept clean and tidy.
- To ensure all crockery and utensils are washed-up, using the dishwasher as appropriate.
- To clean and defrost fridge and freezer as necessary.
- to keeep the nursery clean as part of housekeeping responsibilities

**Personal**
- To attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.
- To be responsible for participating in all self development activities, including appraisals.

**Financial**
- In conjunction with the Nursery Manager, assist in monitoring and controlling all catering costs.

**Health and Safety**
- To observe high standards of food hygiene during the preparation, cooking and serving of all foods.
- To operate the highest standard of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen
- To maintain high standards of personal hygiene and personal appearance in accordance with policy

**General**
- Adhere to the company procedures including attendance at meetings, preparation of reports and any other duties as required from time to time.
- Ensure the company’s Equal Opportunities Policy is adhered to at all times.
- Portland Nurseries is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding children. DBS check essential

NOTE: The Job Description is to provide a clear and concise statement of the MAJOR TASKS and ACTIVITIES of the post. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of every aspect of the post holder's duties.

**PERSON SPECIFICATION**
**Cook**
Report to **Nursery Manager**

**Essential Desirable**

A recognised Catering Qualification

Minimum of two years catering experience

Capable of working under pressure in an organised way

Ability to work as part of a team

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience of working in a childcare environment

Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs i.e. vegetarian, cultural

Ability to work with children in preparing simple snacks and baking preparation

Knowledge of Health and Safety Issues

Knowledge and understanding of Equal
Opportunities

First Aid Certificate

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 25 per week

**Salary**: £10.62 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 14/07/2023
Expected start date: 03/07/2023