Nursery Cook - Maternity Cover (FTC)
Location: Emberton
Hours: 8:30-5:00
Salary: £13.50-£15.50 per hour / £28,080-£32,240 per annum
Contract: 12‑month Fixed Term (maternity cover) - potential to become permanent if able to travel to other settings
About the Role
We are looking for a friendly, organised and enthusiastic Nursery Cook to join our team in Emberton. The nursery is based in a lovely village setting, with access to an Outdoor Learning Centre and regular walks to local parks.
You must have:
* Level 2 Food Hygiene (minimum)
* Allergen training
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare healthy, balanced meals using fresh ingredients and minimal salt, sugar and additives.
* Follow a rolling four‑week seasonal menu.
* Cater for allergies, intolerances and dietary preferences.
* Order supplies weekly through approved suppliers.
* Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety and record‑keeping.
* Support occasional cooking activities with children.
* Work within the agreed food budget.
* Follow all policies, procedures and Environmental Health guidelines.
* Support inspections and implement any recommendations.
* Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
What We Offer
* Competitive, transparent pay scales
* 65% childcare discount (pro‑rata)
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy more)
* Christmas closure
* Enhanced pension scheme
* 4 dedicated training days per year
* Family‑friendly leave
* CycleScheme & TechScheme
* Length of Service awards
* Summer & Christmas staff events
* Employee wellbeing programme
* Pay advances
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
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