Nursery Cook

Working Monday – Friday shifts are 8am – 5pm or 8.30am – 5.30pm.

The Nursery Cook will be responsible for preparing healthy and nutritious meals for the children in the nursery

Nursery Cook – Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum two years proven catering experience

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

• Capable of working under pressure in an organised way

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

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

• Ability to work as part of a team

Nursery Cook – Key Responsibilities

• In consultation with the Nursery Manager to be responsible for the preparation of weekly menus, catering for all children, in line with the food and drink policy.

• Ensure all meal planning and food ordering is in line with the agreed catering budgets.

• To ensure that all children with allergies are catered for in compliance with our allergies policy as well as maintaining the allergen file.

• To maintain adequate stores and food stuffs in appropriate storage conditions

• To ensure the kitchen and kitchen equipment are kept clean and tidy.

• To clean and defrost the freezer as necessary.

• To observe high standards of food hygiene during the preparation, cooking and serving of all foods.

• Maintain the Safer Food, Better Business documentation on a daily basis to comply with food safety management procedures and food hygiene regulations.

• To undertake baking activities with children.

• To promote healthy eating with children and staff.

• To maintain high standards of personal hygiene and personal appearance in accordance with the Company s hygiene policy