Bank Staff/ Lunch Cover
Banana Moon Day Nurseries
Day Nursery Cook 16 pound 48 pence per hour
Banana Moon Day Nurseries· Nursery Staff
About this role
- Plan and prepare nutritious, balanced meals and snacks in line with current nutritional guidelines (EYFS Nutrition Guidance) for young children.
- Cater for children with allergies, food intolerances, cultural, religious, and medical dietary requirements.
- Prepare meals from fresh ingredients where possible.
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in accordance with Food Standards Agency guidance and HACCP procedures.
- Ensure all food is safely stored, labelled, and rotated using stock control procedures.
- Monitor food temperatures and maintain accurate food safety records.
- Order food supplies and kitchen consumables within the agreed budget.
- Minimise food waste through effective planning and stock management.
- Ensure the kitchen and food preparation areas remain clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
- Work closely with the Nursery Manager regarding menus, special dietary needs, and food budgets.
- Support nursery events by preparing food for celebrations where appropriate.
- Report any maintenance issues or health and safety concerns promptly.
- Clear Enhanced DBS Certificate, registered on the DBS Update Service.
- Previous experience working as a cook in a nursery, school, care, or catering environment is ideal but not essential.
- Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
- Good understanding of food safety legislation and allergen management.
- Proven experience of managing allergens/ intolerances and communicating this effectively.
- Knowledge of the statutory healthy eating guidelines for young children. (EYFS Nutrition Guidance)
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a busy kitchen.
- Friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic approach.
- Good communication skills.
- Annual Midnight Moon nursery celebration event.
- Training and development programme.
- On-site parking.
- Nursery closed between Christmas and New Year.
- Mon-Fri weekday working (08:30 - 17:00) and closed on Bank Holidays.
- Generous salary
- Work in a staff team of friendly, happy people and wonderful children and families!
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This Day Nursery Cook 16 pound 48 pence per hour role at Banana Moon Day Nurseries is based in Hatton, England, United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Day Nursery Cook 16 pound 48 pence per hour at Banana Moon Day Nurseries belong to?
This Day Nursery Cook 16 pound 48 pence per hour position is part of the Nursery Staff department at Banana Moon Day Nurseries. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Day Nursery Cook 16 pound 48 pence per hour job at Banana Moon Day Nurseries posted?
This Day Nursery Cook 16 pound 48 pence per hour position at Banana Moon Day Nurseries was posted on Aug 5, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Day Nursery Cook 16 pound 48 pence per hour
Banana Moon Day Nurseries
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