Cook

About the role:

Feeding our children healthy, nutritionally balanced food is key to the wellbeing of our little ones. From nourished tummies to nurtured minds, we work hard to encourage health and wellbeing right from the start. So, if you’re looking for a role where you can say high five to food that’s fabulously wholesome and fit for a king, queen, dragon, astronaut, fairy or superhero we’d love to hear from you.

Your Co-op Little Pioneers is run with a different ethos to other nurseries. Our child-centric approach puts a premium on fun which ultimately is intended to nurture a kinder and more considerate generation. Your core skills will help us on our mission to ensure our colleagues, families and children all rate us as outstanding. 

Disclaimer - No two children are the same. Neither will your days be.

Who are we looking for?

Have an enhanced DBS check or pass one with flying colours 

Food Hygiene level 2 or equivalent or be willing to do the course in the first week of work or have a certified equivalent

Have a sound knowledge of food safety, HACCP and COSHH requirements. 

Experience in catering for large numbers

Have great budget knowledge and manage the budget to ensure cost efficiencies 

Have sound knowledge of how to manage dietary requirements 

Have a great understanding and experience of working with Environmental Health 

Great organisational and time management skills 

Excellent listening and communication skills

What can we offer you?

Our roles come with a fantastic set of benefits which really make a difference for you

Career Growth  – Progression opportunities within the nursery as well as opportunities society wide. Little Pioneers’ unique values means anyone can develop into various roles including a nursery manager or further – all you need are dreams and aspirations.

Learning and Development  – We give you the support you need to develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours through one-to-one supervisions, personal development plans and access to learning resources and activities, as well as joining one of our award-winning LEAP Apprenticeship programmes.

Discounts and perks  – receive up to 20% off food shopping, £500 off holidays and a phenomenal 60% off your childcare fees which could add up to a £7000 saving a year!

Wellbeing  – We are committed to supporting your wellbeing and have a variety of wellness resources and tools available to you such as our financial and mental wellbeing apps. 

Doing Good Together  - Not only this, but we also give you up to 3 days to volunteer within working hours! 

Your Co-op Little Pioneers is run with a different ethos to other nurseries. Our child-centric approach puts a premium on fun which ultimately is intended to nurture a kinder and more considerate generation. Your core skills in the education and development of your key children will help us on our mission to ensure our colleagues, families, and children all rate us as outstanding.