Nursery Cook

Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Cook to join our team. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking delicious meals in a Nursery kitchen. If you have a love for culinary arts and enjoy creating mouthwatering dishes, we would love to hear from you.

**Responsibilities**:
1. To prepare and cook nutritionally balanced meals appropriate for under-fives in accordance with the nursery’s nutritional guidance for the under-fives.

2. To contribute ideas to menu planning ensuring the children receive a healthy nutritionally balanced, multi-cultural diet.

3. To maintain a safe, clean and healthy kitchen environment

4. To regulate kitchen stock control and collate food purchasing orders as appropriate.

5. To maintain accurate records regarding temperature controls etc.

6. To meet health and safety and environmental health requirements at all times.

7. To liaise with nursery staff regarding children’s specific dietary requirements.

8. To contribute to and attend his/her staff appraisal.

9. To attend any training events or staff/team meetings as identified by the Nursery Managers.

10. To ensure adherence to nursery’s code of practice on confidentiality.

11. To keep up to date with current good practice.

12. To ensure the dining room is cleaned and tidied after dinner times.

13. All dishes to be served self service.

**Skills**:

- Proven experience as a Cook in a similar setting
- Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and practices
- Ability to follow recipes accurately and adapt as needed
- Excellent knife skills and proficiency in using kitchen equipment
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills

**Job Types**: Part-time, Temporary contract, Temp to perm

Pay: From £11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person