Job description
The job description below is neither definitive nor exhaustive. However, it should provide a clear indication of what is involved in the role of area manager at Little Angels. The company reserves the right to change or amend the description as the need arises.
Job purpose
- To provide nutritionally balanced meals for children aged 0-11 years
- Carry out independently, or alongside the nursery chef, varied tasks such as food preparation, keeping areas of the kitchen clean and tidy, dishwashing, allergy support etc.
Responsible to
- Chef
- Head Chef
- Nursery Manager
Depending on the site
Duties and Responsibilities
- To maintain hygiene and cleanliness within the kitchen and dining area to a 5* standard within the kitchen area, working with all the health and safety guidelines in accordance with Safer Food and Better Business
- Cook and prepare a selection of hot meals, snacks and puddings according to company menus and recipe cards.
- Contribute regular risk assessments and be responsible for record keeping linked to the kitchen environments
- Monitor and stock take food and housekeeping supplies for the nursery
- Follow the company’s purchase order procedures
- Support room staff with meal times and helping to serve food, encouraging children to eat and always seek to improve the quality of service
- Have a great knowledge of food allergens and always try to provide substitutes and meet all the dietary requirements of the children
- Attend and cater for any outside events and staff meetings
- Build and maintain successful relationships with children, parents/carers and staff.
- Have due regard to confidentiality, child protection procedures, health and safety, other statutory requirements and also read, understand and adhere to all other company policies and procedures relevant to your role
- Work collaboratively with out of school club and nursery colleagues as part of a professional team; and carry out roles effectively, knowing when to seek help
- Attend and participate in training and development activities as required and participate in professional development and review
- Ensure good standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times and be responsible for the welfare, health and safety standards appropriate for the needs of young children and comply with health and safety rules and regulations and legislation.
- Advise the manager/deputy of any concerns, for example, over children, parents, the safety of the environment and the preserving of confidentiality as necessary.
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of the children and young people that you come into contact with.
- Act in compliance with data protection principles in respecting the privacy of personal information
- Be aware of the high profile of the setting and to uphold its standards at all times, both in work hours and outside
- Be flexible within working practices of the setting, undertaking other responsible duties where needed
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: Up to £21,673.60 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9XT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Catering: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person