The Role
Nursery Chef
About Us
Ashbridge Independent School and Nursery offers four unique nurseries and an outstanding independent primary school, Ashbridge provides the very best in early years and primary education in a unique environment where babies, toddlers, pre-school and primary aged school children flourish.
Ashbridge has been established within Lancashire for over 25 years and has gained an unparalleled reputation for its expertise and experience in early years childcare and education.
We are constantly investing in staff development to ensure our passionate and dedicated teachers and practitioners have the knowledge and skills they need to provide the best education for children.
Our facilities are purpose-built for the children in our care and whichever of our settings you visit you will discover top-quality facilities and resources and buildings which suit the needs of our children.
The people, above all else, are central to making Ashbridge a special place for children because we all work together towards the same goals. We have created a friendly, family atmosphere where every child is uniquely valued and nurtured for.
Specific Responsibilities
- To prepare and cook nutritionally balanced meals appropriate for children aged 0-11.
- To contribute ideas to menu planning ensuring the children receive a healthy nutritionally balanced, multi-cultural diet.
- To maintain a safe, clean and healthy kitchen environment
- To regulate kitchen stock control and collate food purchasing orders as appropriate.
- To maintain accurate records regarding temperature controls etc.
- To meet health and safety and environmental health requirements at all times.
- To liaise with nursery staff regarding children’s specific dietary requirements.
- Covering kitchen team members annual leave across all settings in the Preston area.
Who We Are Looking For
- An enthusiastic individual (no qualifications necessary since qualification will be provided in-house for all members of staff at the setting)
- Multi-tasking and detail oriented
- Detailed organisational and time management skills
- Strong communication skills
- Flexible and reliable approach
Things you Need to Know
Ashbridge Independent School and Nursery;
- Actively promote policies, procedures and practices to safeguard the welfare of children
- Is a strong, secure and sustainable organisation
- Is committed to equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and practice All posts are subject to satisfactory references and fully enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to confirmation in post, the cost of which to be met by the applicant
Monday - Friday (7 am - 4 pm)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Licence/Certification:
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person
