We require an experienced part time Nursery Cook for our setting. We are looking for someone who is passionate about cooking and baking, as well as being around small children. We are looking for someone to work 25 hrs per week, Monday-Friday term-time only (hours can be flexible, however, will need to suit the business need) with a start date of September 2026.
The purpose of the post is to organise, cook and prepare healthy balanced dinners, puddings and snacks for children from birth to 4 years.
Key areas
- Provision of food
- Hygiene, health and safety.
Responsible to
Nursery Manager/Deputy Manager
Main duties
- To be responsible in conjunction with the Manager for planning healthy and balanced menus
- To prepare meals according to individual dietary requirements where necessary
- Be clear about the regulation relating to allergies and provide adequate information about the contents of meals provided
- To co-ordinate the serving of the mid-day meal
- To wash-up crockery, cutlery and all equipment used to prepare meals
- To be responsible for hygiene and risk assessment within the kitchen area, including all record keeping relevant to the post
- To be responsible for food safety within the nursery including all safety checks relating to food storage and preparation
- To maintain an agreed high standard of hygiene and cleanliness within the kitchen area.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, at least two independent references — including one from the most recent nursery or childcare setting where the candidate worked — and additional overseas criminal record checks where applicable. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll do our best to support you.Please note the successful candidate for this position must undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
