Job Description
Job Title: Cook
Location: Oustide of Tunbridge Wells
Pay: £13.02/hr - £17.36/hr on weekends
Hours: Part time, 20 hours per week
Shift rota, flexible hours
Job Summary:
The cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, balanced meals for children in a safe and hygienic kitchen environment. This role requires attention to dietary needs, food safety standards, and child-friendly meal planning.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and prepare daily meals and snacks according to approved menus.
* Ensure meals are nutritious, age-appropriate, and meet any special dietary requirements (e.g., allergies, religious restrictions).
* Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen in compliance with food safety regulations.
* Store food safely and monitor inventory to reduce waste and ensure freshness.
* Serve meals in a timely and organised manner.
* Work cooperatively with care staff to support mealtimes and routines.
* Follow all health and safety policies and procedures.
Requirements:
* Previous experience cooking in a residential or institutional setting preferred.
* Knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices (Food Handler Certificate may be required).
* Ability to follow menus and prepare meals in appropriate portions.
* Understanding of children's dietary needs and nutrition.
* Reliable, organised, and able to work independently.
Work Environment:
* Residential care setting for children.
Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.