Description
Nursery Chef
Location: Monkey Puzzle Horsham
Hours: Monday to Friday - 8am - 4pm
Salary: Starting from £13 per hour (depending on Experience/qualification)
Join our caring, welcoming and supportive team at Monkey Puzzle Horsham.
Why Us?
As part of Monkey Puzzle Horsham, you will be joining our caring, welcoming and supportive team.
Our vision is to inspire change through excellence in childcare, creating a positive impact for generations to come. For over 20 years we have been providing children the highest quality of care with unlimited opportunities to grow, learn and develop in our safe and secure environments for.
Why you?
* You are able to follow the required menus and design dishes in reference to Monkey Puzzle’s food and drink policy
* You will ensure that all production, service and presentation of food is to the company’s standard
* You’ll be partially or fully responsible for the catering budgets, kitchen health and safety, supplies purchasing, observance of dietary requirements, catering training and more
* You are able to work well within a team
* You always maintain a positive attitude with children, parents, colleagues and visitors
* You are creative and inspire learning as well as great at planning and organising
* You have a willingness to learn
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essentials
* One or more years’ experience in the hospitality industry
* Food and Hygiene safety certification Level 2
* Experience in planning a nutritionally balanced menu
Great to haves
* Experience of supporting children within a nursery setting
* Specific allergen management training/experience
* Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) certified
* Achieved and maintained a 5* EHO rating at a previous role
* Food standards qualifications such as Food hygiene certification or Culinary Skills NVQ
* Most of all, we’re looking for someone who has a passion for cooking, is friendly, enthusiastic, and able to have fun!
Benefits
What can Monkey Puzzle Offer?
· Length of Service Recognition: We want you stay with us! We recognise and reward your length of service with Monkey Puzzle with vouchers
· Competitive Salaries: We are not here to penny pinch. Our salaries are competitive based on your position and the job market. Salaries are reviewed throughout the year.
· Enhanced Maternity Pay: Enhanced pay after 2 years’ service
· Medicash: Cover for dental treatments, optical, doctor consultations, therapies, and prescriptions as well as mental health support
· YuLife: You will be enrolled into our Group Life Assurance policy and have access to the YuLife app
· Refer a Friend: Bring connections to work with us and earn rewards
· Flexible Working: We would like to be able to give you the choice and flexibility to reduce your working hours.
· Social Events: We arrange catch ups with the team alongside our Christmas parties
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Safeguarding Statement
Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries are committed to Keeping children safe; therefore, it is necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record Disclosure and Barred check to be undertaken. All posts involving direct contact with children and vulnerable adults are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. All candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions, you may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your employment commences.
Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries is a renowned brand that offers outstanding day nursery and preschool child care services for children aged 3 months to 5 years old. With over fifteen years of experience, Monkey Puzzle has worked closely with parents, staff, and Ofsted to deliver exceptional childcare, providing children with unlimited opportunities to play, learn, and grow in a safe and secure environment. With a network of carefully designed nurseries across the United Kingdom, Monkey Puzzle is dedicated to supporting families and answering the question, "Where can I find a nursery near me?". Their nurseries are located in various counties and London boroughs, ensuring accessibility for families in different areas. Monkey Puzzle also prioritizes the growth and development of their team members. They offer apprenticeship programs, early years career opportunities, and comprehensive training and development for their staff, resulting in a highly skilled and dedicated team. From babies to preschoolers, Monkey Puzzle caters to the educational and developmental needs of children in each age group. Their curriculum is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage, ensuring that children are well-prepared for their transition to school. Choose Monkey Puzzle for exceptional childcare and a nurturing learning environment for your child's early years.