Thrive Childcare and Education
Nursery Cook
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Nursery Cook (Banchory Riverview) – CRITICAL In-Person Role
Location: Thrive Banchory Riverview
Type: Full-Time (In-Person) Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am – 5.30pm (40 hours/week)
Salary: £13.25 per hour
Key Requirements
To be eligible for this role, you must have experience and be able to confidently demonstrate:
- A thorough understanding of working with allergens in a catering environment
- Experience within a nursery, care home, or similar settings
- The ability to work within strict time constraints and understand the importance of time management
- A strong knowledge of cross-contamination risks and their consequences
Why Join Thrive?
At Thrive, we prioritise our children first—you’re a hero to them, and we value your hard work! As recognition, we offer:
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- £400 monthly referral bonus
- Paid Birthday Holiday & Wellbeing Day (2 extra days off)
- Christmas week closure + shopping vouchers
- Company-provided, branded outdoor jackets
- Up to 85% off childcare (T&Cs apply)
- Medical cash plans (dental/vision benefits)
- High-street & gym membership discounts
- Free face-to-face counselling sessions
- Long-service awards & monthly colleague spotlight rewards (cash incentives)
- Career progression opportunities
- Full PVG registration paid on your behalf
About the Role
As a Nursery Cook, your responsibilities include:
- Preparing nutritious, appealing meals for children to encourage healthy eating from an early age.
- Ensuring strict health and safety compliance throughout food prep, following hygienic standards to prevent contamination.
- Overseeing kitchen cleanliness and organisation for a well-maintained workspace.
- Adapting meals to individual dietary and nutritional needs of the children in your care.
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About Thrive
Thrive Childcare and Education provides exceptional early-years care across Scotland and the North West of England. Our teams are dedicated, friendly, and passionate—we focus on making every day special for children.
With 20+ years of award-winning experience, we are fast-growing and support staff advancement. You’ll join a supportive, ambitious team where your potential matters.
Core Values: Children first, always Deliver with passion Be a positive role model Teamwork
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