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Job description

To assist in the preparation, cooking, and serving of meals for children. The role ensures that all food meets nutritional standards, complies with allergy and dietary requirements, and that the kitchen is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness. All staff are required to pass Access NI checks and follow the preschool’s safeguarding and child protection policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve age-appropriate meals, such as chopped food for toddlers.
• Follow daily menus, paying strict attention to dietary requirements and food allergies.
• Serve meals to children.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, including washing dishes, cutlery, pots, and pans.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces, equipment, walls, and floors according to the cleaning schedule.
• Operate and maintain a dishwasher and other commercial kitchen equipment.
• Implement food safety procedures (HACCP) and ensure proper food storage.
• Follow strict COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations.
• Monitor and record food and fridge/freezer temperatures, reporting any issues immediately.
• Ensure all food is within date and stored correctly.
• Assist in checking in deliveries and storing stock, following proper rotation (FIFO - First In, First Out).

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Food Safety: Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or a willingness to obtain one - Training can be provided).

Desirable Skills

• Experience: Previous experience in a kitchen setting is preferred, ideally within a school or childcare environment.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to work in a hot environment and handle manual tasks like lifting deliveries.
• Knowledge: An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, food allergens, dietary requirements, and healthy eating for children.
• Teamwork: A good team player with strong communication skills who is patient and passionate about working around children.

Further Information

Email CV to Jemma at tinytotsstewartstown@gmail.com Any queries are also welcome.