Nursery Cook - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Summerside Kindergarten Ltd

Summerside Kindergarten Ltd

Verified Company

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

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Immediate Start_

We are looking for a Nursery Cook to prepare and cook nutritionally balanced meals appropriate for under-fives in accordance with the nursery's nutritional guidance for the under-fives.

You will work alone and be responsible for preparing snacks, lunch, and tea for all children in the nursery (45 children), adhering to agreed menus and maintaining high levels of cleanliness in all aspects of work, including delivering food to rooms, collecting dishes/ cutlery and washing up after each meal.

The key responsibilities are:

In consultation with the Nursery Manager be responsible for the preparation of weekly menus, catering for all children, in line with the food and drink policy.

Ensure all meal planning and food ordering is in line with the agreed catering budgets.

To ensure that all children with allergies are catered for in compliance with our allergies policy as well as maintaining the allergen file.

Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs i.e. vegetarian, cultural.

Attention to detail and creativity in food presentation.

To maintain adequate stores and food stuffs in appropriate storage conditions.

To ensure the kitchen and all kitchen equipment is kept clean and tidy, by undertaking a daily cleaning schedule, such as mopping, sweeping, wiping surfaces, and cleaning cookers, kitchen equipment, crockery and cutlery.

To observe high standards of food hygiene during the preparation, cooking and serving of all foods.

Maintain the Safer Food, Better Business documentation on a daily basis to comply with food safety management procedures and food hygiene regulations, keep paperwork and records up to date.

Ability to work with children in preparing simple snacks and baking preparation.

To maintain high standards of personal hygiene and personal appearance in accordance with the Company's hygiene policy.

A team player with the ability to use own initiative

Your Qualifications and Experience:
At least 1 years previous experience working within a catering environment.

Excellent understanding of food hygiene standards, food safety regulations and allergens.

Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification

Capable of working under pressure in an organised way.

Knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety requirements

Proven experience as a chef or cook in a restaurant or similar setting

Excellent communication and leadership skills

If you are passionate about creating delicious meals, have a strong culinary background, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you

Two references will be required along with a PVG check before commencement of employment.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits: