Job Description

A leading group of independent Montessori Nurseries and Preschools in West London is on the lookout for a talented Nursery Cook to join our wonderful team at their Hanwell setting!

We’re searching for a friendly, energetic, and ambitious individual who brings a flexible approach to the kitchen. If you're passionate about creating nutritious meals and love the idea of working in a vibrant, child-focused environment, this could be the perfect role for you!

To thrive in this role, you'll need to be highly motivated with a positive attitude towards working with young children. Your dedication will help fuel their energy for learning and growing!

This is a part  time permanent role with a fixed shift of 8am – 2pm Monday – Friday.

Salary Offered – £11.50 - £12 /Hour

Location – Hanwell W7 3JL

Duties & Responsibilities :

•          To prepare and cook nutritionally balanced meals appropriate for under fives in accordance with the nursery’s nutritional guidance.

•          To contribute ideas to menu planning ensuring the children receive a healthy nutritionally balanced, multi cultural diet.

•          To maintain a safe, clean and healthy kitchen environment.

•          To regulate kitchen stock control and collate food purchasing orders as appropriate.

•          To maintain accurate records regarding temperature controls etc.

•          To meet health and safety and environmental health requirements at all times.

•          To liaise with nursery staff regarding children’s specific dietary requirements.

•          To contribute to and attend his/her staff appraisal.

•          To attend any training events or staff/team meetings as identified by the Nursery Manager.

•          To ensure adherence to nursery’s code of practice on confidentiality.

•          To keep up to date with current good practice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties discussed and directed by the Nursery Managers.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required for the Nursery Cook:

•          A current Food Hygiene Certificate.

 •         An awareness of food allergies.

•          Proven experience and ability to organise, plan and cook nutritionally

balanced meals for babies and small children who have different dietary needs.

•          The ability to use food preparation equipment and ensure the economic use of materials, equipment and energy.

•          The ability to order correct amounts of food and control kitchen stock.

•          Ability to work as part of a team and own initiative.

•          Ability to manage own time and prioritise tasks.

Staff Benefits Package:

•          Excellent Base Salary

•          28 days holidays (Pro Rata)

•          Half day off on your birthday

•          Funded training courses to develop your career

•          Financial support towards further qualifications

•          Career progression and promotion opportunities

•          Health care benefits including optical, dental, chiropody and therapy (physio and osteo)

•          Westfield Rewards - Exclusive special offers and discounts from more than 450 High Street and online retailers

•          Free 24 hours counselling and advice line on wide range of issues

•          Ofsted "Outstanding" outcome - "M&S gift voucher" for each staff

•          Staff discount for childcare

•          Pension Scheme

•          Introduce a friend and earn a "M&S gift voucher"

The positions are subject to an Enhanced DBS certificate and references.

If you have the relevant experience and qualifications and are excited to be part of a progressive, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!  Please send your CV or feel free to give us a call on 07398846041.