Cook


Job description

Join a crèche in Portstewart as a Cook and prepare nutritious, balanced meals within a caring early years environment. You will play a key role in supporting children’s wellbeing while maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, cook, and serve healthy meals and snacks suitable for young children.
  • Ensure meals meet nutritional guidelines and support children’s health and wellbeing.
  • Cater for special dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural needs as required.
  • Ensure food is prepared and served safely and at appropriate temperatures.
  • Plan menus in line with crèche policies and budgets.
  • Order food supplies and manage stock levels to minimise waste.
  • Work closely with crèche staff to support children’s needs.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Experience working as a Cook or in a food preparation role.
  • Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food handling practices.
  • Ability to plan and prepare nutritious meals.
  • As part of the Recruitment & Selection process it will be necessary to carry out an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to this post can be confirmed.

Vacancy ID
1769211
Job ref.
36716
Job Sector
Hotel and Catering
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Portstewart
Salary
£13.35 per hour.
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
25
Published date
23/04/2026
Closing date
23/05/2026
Worktime
Monday to Friday, 8am - 1pm

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