Nursery Cook in Rothwell

Stepping Stones Day Nursery is looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Nursery Cook to join our team!

You'll be responsible for preparing fresh, healthy and nutritious meals and snacks for children aged 3 months to 5 years, catering for individual dietary needs and allergies.

You'll also manage food ordering, stock control and kitchen records, ensuring high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safety.

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their cooking, is well organised and enjoys being part of a friendly nursery team.

We offer a competitive salary, 80% childcare discount, employee rewards, attendance incentives, training opportunities and a range of other staff benefits.

• A passion for cooking and providing healthy, nutritious meals for young children.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification or willingness to complete this during induction, before working independently.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, kitchen safety and cleanliness.
• Ability to manage food preparation, stock control and kitchen records.
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently.
• A reliable, proactive and friendly approach with good communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake further training, including allergen awareness and nutrition.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.Previous experience in a catering or kitchen environment, particularly within a nursery or school, would be an advantage but is not essential.