Job Summary
We are looking for a Nursery Cook to work Monday to Friday at Kids Planet Gateshead. The role involves preparing healthy meals for children, accommodating allergies and special dietary needs, maintaining a clean kitchen, and collaborating with the nursery team.
Why Kids Planet Gateshead?
We are a small open‑plan Montessori nursery that provides in‑house training. We do not have weekend or bank holiday duties, and enjoy a supportive work environment.
What We Offer
* Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks.
* Accredited training through KP Academy.
* Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption.
* Well‑being goodies, staff rewards, and events.
* Long‑service awards.
* Birthday day off.
* Competitive salary, pension plan, and enhanced holiday allowance.
* Central support team available.
* 80% childcare discount (T&C apply).
Responsibilities
* Prepare healthy, nutritious meals for all children.
* Accommodate allergies and special dietary requirements.
* Maintain a clean and tidy kitchen.
* Ensure compliance with environmental health standards.
* Collaborate with children and the team in snack‑making and baking activities.
Required Qualifications
* Catering experience, preferably in a similar environment.
* Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
* Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs.
Additional Information
We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. Safeguarding is a priority: an enhanced DBS check, disclosure and barring service certificate, and safeguarding training are mandatory.
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