Nursery Kitchen Manager

at  Gooseberry Bush Day Nursery

Gooseberry Bush Day Nursery is seeking a passionate and organised Nursery Kitchen Manager to join our friendly team. If you love creating nutritious meals and working in a positive, nurturing nursery environment, we would love to hear from you!

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food service role.
• A current Level 2 or 3 Certificate in Food Hygiene.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for nutritious food and promoting healthy eating habits.
  This is a part-time role of 20 hours per week (4 hours per day). You will play a vital role in the nursery’s operation, ensuring our children receive nutritious, well-prepared meals in a clean and safe environment.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if barred from working with children.Benefits

• Staff Meals
• Company events
• Free parking
• Managers that have your best interests at heart – our management team roll their sleeves up and get involved, lending a supportive ear and years of experience as you develop your career

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children, following the Government’s “Eat Out Start Well” guidelines.
• Ensure meals cater to dietary preferences, religious requirements, and allergies.
• Manage food deliveries and stock; performing stock checks and placing food orders weekly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen, adhering to strict food hygiene and safety standards, using the Safer Food Better Business for Caterers Handbook.
• Complete all necessary paperwork, including daily food safety documentation and temperature checks.
• Communicate sensitively and effectively with staff and children about meal contents.
• To establish and sustain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship between colleagues.
• Ensure that the kitchen is clean and clear by the end of the shift
• You may be required to assist in breaks and lunch cover.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if barred from working with children.Benefits

• Staff Meals
• Company events
• Free parking
• Managers that have your best interests at heart – our management team roll their sleeves up and get involved, lending a supportive ear and years of experience as you develop your caree