Nursery Cook - Manchester, United Kingdom - Honeybear Nursery Ltd
2 weeks ago
Description
JOB PURPOSE:
To order, prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals for all attending the nursery.
MAIN DUTIES:
- To prepare and cook nutritionally balanced meals appropriate for under-fives in accordance with the nursery's nutritional guidance for the under-fives.
- 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.
- To contribute to and attend his/her staff appraisal.
- To attend any training events or staff/team meetings as identified by the Nursery Managers.
- To ensure adherence to nursery's code of practice on confidentiality.
- To keep up to date with current good practice.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- Essential Criteria:_
- A current Food Hygiene Certificate.
- A current First Aid Certificate.
- An awareness of food allergies.
- Proven experience and ability to organise, plan and cook nutritionally balanced meals for babies and small children who have different dietary needs.
- Knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety issues including COSHH.
- The ability to use food preparation equipment and ensure the economic use of materials, equipment and energy.
- The ability to order correct amounts of food and control kitchen stock.
- Ability to work as part of a team and own initiative.
- Ability to manage own time and prioritise tasks.
- Good customer awareness.
- Friendly, flexible approach.
- Commitment to undertaking training and continued professional development.
- Commitment to equal opportunities.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
From £11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Onsite parking
Flexible Language Requirement:
- English not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location:
In person
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