Nursery Cook – Hornchurch, East London

Opportunity for a Nursery Cook

Megalo Recruit is looking for a Nursery Cook to join a nursery in Hornchurch, East London. Salary up to £21,684pa for a 30 hour week.

Job Specification for Nursery Cook:

  • Nursery Cook salary £21,684pa
  • To prepare, cook and be responsible for the everyday running and menus for the children
  • 30 hours per week

Skills required for Nursery Cook:

  • Minimum Level 2 in Food Hygiene In The Workplace or similar
  • GCSE – Maths and English – Grade C and above / or Functional Skills – Level 2 – English, Maths and ICT
  • Ideally have First Aid Certificate
  • Experience in catering preferred but not essential
  • Ability to cook a varied and nutritious menu
  • Be able to write a 4 week rolling menu (our menus are based on good home cooked food)
  • Be able to cook to a budget
  • Excellent hygiene practice

Benefits include:

  • Excellent salary up to £21,684 pa, depending on qualification level in Early Years
  • 25 day pro-rated holiday
  • Staff pension scheme
  • Other benefits discussed at interview stage

Role Responsibilities include:

  • Be responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen
  • Manage online ordering
  • Manage food ordering within nursery budget
  • Prepare a 4 week rolling menu
  • Keep records of food served
  • Be proactive with meal preps
  • Ensure dietary requirements of all children
  • Ensure all food cooked from fresh
  • Ensure all records kept up to date
  • Help ensure nursery meets safety and Hygiene requirements
  • Be aware of and comply with all policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Child protection, Confidentiality Procedures and Equal Opportunities

You can also message Kate on 07771 598 549 or email hello@megalorecruit.co.uk for further information.

Megalo Recruit supports a huge number of nursery and preschool settings across London and the Home Counties, all offering great prospects and opportunities. Should this particular role not be of interest to you, pop us a call and we can discuss other opportunities that may better suit your requirements like nanny work (if you have experience). We do not charge for our services, we never send your CV to prospective employers or contact referees without your consent.

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