Nursery Cook

1 week ago

London, United Kingdom Puddle Jumpers Nursery Full time

Puddle Jumpers Nursery based in Limehouse (E14) is looking for an experienced Nursery Cook who is a passionate foodie, hard-working and reliable to join our team.

Food and nutrition is a core part of our ethos and we passionately believe in promoting a healthy lifestyle across the nursery. Meal times are a big part of our day and we feel that it’s not just about what we eat but is an opportunity to champion the importance of a well balanced diet and help shape the future eating habits of our children.

**The Role**
- Prepare and cook all meals/snacks in line with our rolling menu whilst ensuring any dietary and allergy requirements and guidance around portion sizes are met
- To maintain a high standard of hygiene at all times and to follow infection / cross contamination control procedures
- Ensuring that all foods are ready at the specified time and correctly served
- Ensuring that the correct food is served to children with known allergies
- Manage the food ordering process ensuring the budget is adhered to
- Ensure the kitchen processes are compliant with Health and Safety and Environmental Health guidelines
- Ensure high standards for kitchen cleanliness and food hygiene are maintained at all times
- Ensuring that all documentation pertaining to the kitchen is current and can speak confidentially to inspectors on their yearly inspections
- The cook may be asked occasionally to work additional hours for nursery events
- Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Nursery Manager and Nursery.
- You will work 7.30am to 4.30pm unless otherwise requested by management

**Requirements for the Role**
- Food & Hygiene qualification - L2 and above
- A professional catering qualification is desirable
- Proven experience with allergies and special dietary requirements is essential
- Have an understanding of children's nutritional needs, development stages and portion sizes
- Naturally passionate about healthy eating
- Have a ‘can do’ attitude
- Previous experience in both a commercial and nursery kitchen

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £24,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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