to join our team on a part-time basis. Working onsite in our fully equipped nursery kitchen, you will be responsible for preparing healthy, nutritious, and age-appropriate meals for children aged 0-5 years.
You will be splitting the week with another cook, with a shared schedule to ensure full kitchen coverage across the week. Collaboration and communication with your counterpart will be essential to maintain consistency and high standards.
Responsibilities
Prepare and cook meals and snacks for children according to the weekly menu
Dish up and deliver meals to individual nursery rooms as required
Ensure all meals are served safely, with full awareness of allergies and dietary needs
Follow established menus and assist in planning new seasonal menus each term
Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment at all times
Monitor food stock and inform management of supply needs
Adhere strictly to food hygiene regulations and internal policies
Record keeping related to food temperatures, cleaning schedules, and allergy compliance
Work collaboratively with the nursery team to ensure mealtimes are a positive experience for all children
What We're Looking For:
Previous experience as a cook in a nursery, school, or similar setting preferred
Knowledge of food hygiene and allergen awareness (Food Hygiene Level 2 or above essential)
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team
A caring attitude and understanding of children's nutritional needs
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
We Offer:
A supportive and friendly team environment
Opportunities for training and professional development
Termly input into menu planning
A fulfilling role that makes a daily impact on children's health and well-being
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: 12.21-13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 - 25 per week
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Employee mentoring programme
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
Attleborough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
Cooking: 1 year (required)
Language:
English (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 14/07/2025
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