Stamford
Title: Nursery Chef: Sunday - Thursday (Term Time only!) Location: Stamford Lincolnshire Salary: £13.42 per hour Working Contract: 37 working weeks (7.30am-3pm) A passionate Nursery Chef is required to run this boutique contract at one of our Stamford School locations! Great opportunity to create delicious, nutritious meals within a excellent kitchen environment. Sunday to Thursday working hours!! • 28 Days holiday including bank holidays, • Plus your birthday off, • 3 volunteering days, • 3 days grandparent leave, • 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave, • Secondary carer leave, • Wedding/commitment day leave, • Free meals on shift, • Bespoke training and development opportunities, • Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels, • Pension and life insurance, • Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema, • Wellbeing hub, • Access to employee assistance programme, • Cycle to work scheme Are you passionate about creating delicious, nutritious meals that help children learn, grow, and thrive? Do you take pride in preparing food that is both healthy and enjoyable? At Holroyd Howe, we believe that great food plays a vital role in supporting children's wellbeing, development, and enjoyment of the school day. We provide an exceptional environment where your culinary skills can flourish, your ideas are valued, and your contribution makes a genuine difference to young lives. As a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves. If you are an inspirational and enthusiastic Nursery Chef keen to make a difference at our stunning Stamford location, then we would love to hear from you! Join us and help create memorable mealtimes that inspire healthy futures. Nursery Chef Junior School-Chef Manager To plan, prepare, and provide healthy, balanced, and nutritious meals and snacks for children attending the nursery. The Nursery Chef is responsible for maintaining high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness while ensuring meals meet dietary, allergy, cultural, and nutritional requirements. • Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals and snacks for children in accordance with nursery policies and nutritional guidelines., • Assist developing varied and balanced menus that promote healthy eating habits., • Cater for special dietary requirements, allergies, intolerances, and cultural preferences., • Ensure portion sizes are appropriate for different age groups., • Monitor food quality, presentation, and freshness., • Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and cleanliness., • Ensure compliance with Food Safety Regulations, HACCP principles, and local authority requirements., • Complete all required food safety documentation and temperature records., • Store food safely and correctly to prevent contamination., • Conduct daily cleaning schedules for kitchen equipment and work areas., • Order food and kitchen supplies within agreed budgets., • Monitor stock levels and rotate stock using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles., • Minimise food waste and manage inventory effectively., • Check deliveries and ensure products meet quality standards., • Comply with all Health and Safety legislation and nursery policies., • Ensure safe operation of kitchen equipment., • Report any maintenance, equipment faults, or safety concerns promptly., • Maintain a safe environment for staff, children, and visitors., • Work closely with nursery staff to support children's nutritional needs., • Communicate effectively regarding allergies and dietary requirements., • Attend staff meetings and training as required., • Promote healthy eating awareness among children and staff., • Passion for healthy eating and children's wellbeing., • Reliable and trustworthy., • Positive and professional attitude., • Flexible and adaptable., • Excellent attention to detail., • Based within the Junior school and nursery kitchen and food preparation areas., • Manual handling of food deliveries and kitchen equipment may be required., • Compliance with uniform and personal hygiene standards is essential., • Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain)., • Experience preparing meals in a commercial kitchen, school, nursery, or care setting., • Knowledge of children's nutritional requirements., • Understanding of food allergies and special dietary needs., • Good organisational and time-management skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Catering and Hospitality., • Experience working within an early years or childcare environment., • Knowledge of government nutritional guidance for early years settings., • First Aid awareness We pride ourselves on: We’re a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients. Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences. We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices. Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other. New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. You must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children. This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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