Full time - Monday to Friday 7.30am to 4pm
About the role
We are seeking a Chef (with experience in a professional kitchen) who would be based at our lovely Theale village setting where we care for children aged from 3 months to 5 years.
Proud to be rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.
The nursery has good transport links by rail and bus services from Reading and Newbury.
Professional Development
Our dedicated in-house Professional Development Team and Tigers Training Centre will offer specific training for you. Full access to a wide selection of training to support your individual career path is available.
What you will be doing
You will be organising, cooking and preparing a healthy balanced diet for children from 3 months to 5 years, including meals according to individual dietary requirements. Ordering food and associated goods for the nursery.
Be responsible for food safety within the nursery including all safety checks relating to food storage and preparation
Work with colleagues to maintain a positive and happy environment.
* £1000 incentive for new staff when you join us
* £1000 after you have been employed with us for 12 months
* Generous Annual Leave Entiliment – up to 33 Days
* Summer Party to celebrate together
* Wellbeing & Mental Health Office to support you
* Flexible Hours
* Company Pension
* Discounted childcare £25 per day
* Shout Out of the month award scheme £50 voucher
* Parent Choice Award scheme £25 Amazon voucher
* Non-absence bonus draw £250 every month
* Yearly salary review
* Bespoke training and online courses to further your career
* Free uniform provided - Polo Shirts / Sweatshirts / Jacket
* Nursery closed between Christmas and New Year
* 24/7 access to mental wellbeing resources
* Refer a friend scheme
* Yearly Gala Awards Ceremony to Recognise Achievements
As with all our staff team, the successful applicant will be required to have an enhanced DBS certificate, a subscription to the update service and two good references.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £33,813.00 per year
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Store discount
Work Location: In person