Assistant Cook
- Location
- Hill Head, United Kingdom
- Work mode
- On-site
- Type
- Part-time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Salary
- £18,304 / year
- Department
- Catering
- Posted
- 19 Oct 2026
Verified open 20 Oct 2026 · Source: Teamtailor
About the role
We are currently seeking a dedicated Assistant Cook to join our nursery team working between our Harbourside Nursery and the onsite Cafe. In this role, you will support our Nursery Cook, in preparing food for the children in the nursery and step into the Cooks position when needed as well as supporting the Harbourside Cafe with keeping up the stock of fresh sandwiches, sausages rolls.
Qualifications & Experience:
Previous experience in a busy school or nursery kitchen
Knowledge of Food Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations
Understanding of food allergens and COSHH guidelines
Ability to work efficiently under pressure
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Positive attitude, reliability, and trustworthiness
Ability to manage daily tasks with a flexible approach to prioritizing workloads
Good rapport with children
Position Details:
Part-time: 27.5hours week, Monday – Friday 10-3.30pm (These hours can be flexible for the right candiadte)
Starting salary: £18,304.00 (based on 27.5 hrs week)
If you are passionate about providing quality meals in a nursery setting and have the skills to thrive in this role, we’d love to hear from you!
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