AddressWe’re a family by name, and we’re a family by nature too. We are defined in many different ways, by many different people. Different cultures. Different ideas. Different ages, genders and skillsets. Whilst every individual will have their own definition of family, these definitions all come together to show Family First for who we are.
We are: Defined by Family
Cherrybrook Nursery who are part of the Family First Group are looking for a Nursery Chef to join the team. This role is 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, all year round, however there can be flexibility in the amount of hours per week. You will need to have experience with environmental health, food hygiene and catering for this role.
As Nursery Chef, you will:
- Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements; complete the Kitchen Hygiene Checklist each month, and ensure that the Cleaning Schedule is complete and adhered to, being regularly updated and displayed prominently in the kitchen
- Ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery and kitchen
- The nursery staff will tell you each day of the numbers to cater for; prepare and cook enough age-appropriate food (cooked as near to the point of service as possible) 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
- Ensure that dietary requirements and personal care routines are adhered to at all times, including the robust measures around the Red, Amber and Green plate procedures
- Work in co-operation and partnership with the Nursery team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet
- Ensure that budgetary requirements are met through careful planning of all food orders
*Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.
As Nursery Chef, you will need:
- Able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements around food allergies - essential
- Sound Knowledge of COSHH - essential
- Able to work to a catering budget, in a manner that avoids fluctuating standards of food service - essential
- Experience and qualified to the appropriate level in any role which involves cooking in domestic or commercial property - essential
- Fluent in written and spoken English at GCSE grade C (or equivalent) - essential
- Experienced and passionate about any role that involves cooking for young children - desirable
Cherry Childcare benefits include annual leave starting at 20 days on top of a paid birthday day off and bank holidays. On top of this we have discounted nursery fees, long service benefits and exceptional learning & development opportunities tailored to you.
If you want to be part of our fun and dynamic team, please contact us for more details!
We want everyone to be able to make a difference to the lives of children and families up and down the country. Whoever you are, and whatever your role, you can join a team here where everyone is supported and empowered to unlock their full potential. By working together, we keep growing as individuals and as a business, all whilst helping children flourish every single day.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £21,700.00 per year
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Application question(s):
- Do you have environmental health experience?
Experience:
- Chef: 1 year (required)
- Cooking: 1 year (required)
Ability to Commute:
- Addlestone, KT15 3HQ (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: KT15 3HQ
