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Nursery Chef - 8.30am - 5.30pm Term Time Only - Maternity Cover
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Job Title: Chef (Children's Day Nursery) - Full time 8.30am - 5.30pm.
Location:
Princedale Road
Job Type:
Maternity Cover for 1 year
About the Role:
This role would suit anybody that has experience as a Chef or Kitchen Assistant.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Level 2 Food Hygiene/Food Safety
- Previous experience working in a busy kitchen
- Knowledge of allergens and dietary requirements
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children
- First Aid and CPR certification (preferred)
- Knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation governing childcare (e.g., Safeguarding)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Supportive work environment with a friendly team
- Paid time holidays
- Company Pension scheme
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Duties:
- Provide high-quality assistance to the Kitchen team in preparing nutritious meals for children aged 0-5
- Assist with in-room lunch service and food-based activities, ensuring they are stimulating and engaging
- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
- Collaborate with other staff members to support children's individual needs
- Assist with ensuring the kitchen is clean, organized, and well-maintained at all times
- Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of all children and staff
About the Company:
If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you.
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About Pippa Pop-ins:
If you are positive and energetic and are looking for a new setting where you will be loved by the staff as well as children, apply today! Come and join the Pippa Pop-ins family in our beautiful, well-established Nursery Schools in South West London.
About Little Dukes:
Little Dukes is the early years arm of the Dukes Education Group, with independent nurseries in London, Richmond upon Thames, Brighton & Hove and Worthing. Our goal is to give children the foundations for an extraordinary life, through education.
Little Dukes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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