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The Children's Cook is tasked with preparing and delivering nutritious, balanced meals for children and staff within a care setting. This role is crucial in ensuring that meals are cooked to a high standard, meet dietary requirements, and are served on time. The position involves preparing a daily light lunch and a two-course evening meal.
Responsibilities
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Prepare and cook a single-course light lunch to be served at 1:00 PM.
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Prepare and cook a two-course evening meal to be served at 5:00 PM.
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Cater for up to 20 children and adults, ensuring appropriate portion sizes.
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Follow set menus and pre-planned food orders.
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Ensure all meals are nutritious, balanced, and suitable for children.
Requirements
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Previous experience working as a cook, preferably within a school, care, or childcare setting.
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Experience preparing meals for groups.
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Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food handling practices.
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Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) – essential.
Additional Information
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Working hours: 37 hours per week with some flexibility, but meals must be prepared at specified times.
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Menus are provided, and food orders are already planned.
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Enhanced DBS check with Child Barred List required.
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Location: Orchard House, RH17 5HN.
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We operate on a bi-weekly schedule.
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.
The Children’s Cook is responsible for preparing and delivering nutritious, balanced meals for children and staff within a care setting.
