Nursery Cook (Part-Time)
Hours: 12–16 hours per week
Working pattern: Monday–Friday, 10:00am–2:00pm (flexible)
Pay: From £12.21 per hour (negotiable depending on experience)
We are looking for a friendly and reliable Nursery Cook to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys cooking healthy meals for young children and is perfect for those seeking hours that fit around school times or other commitments.
The Role
You will manage the day-to-day running of our 5-star hygiene rated kitchen, preparing healthy meals in line with the Healthy Pre-School Scheme and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and cook healthy meals for children
* Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen
* Follow food safety and allergen procedures
* Complete required kitchen and food safety records
* Support menu planning and carry out weekly food shopping
About You
* Confident preparing simple, child-friendly meals
* Understands food safety, hygiene, and allergen management
* Friendly, dependable, and able to work independently
* Willing to undertake training relevant to the role Requirements
* Have a valid, clear driving licence with access to own vehicle or ability to drive 7-seater nursery vehicle (for shopping)
Essential:
* Clear Enhanced DBS
* Safeguarding training
Both can be provided by us
Training
Full training provided, including food hygiene and allergen awareness. Therefore, experience is not essential although desired.
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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.21 per hour
Experience:
* Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person