Nursery Cook

The Peterborough School (TPS) is an Independent Day School delivering exceptional education and nurturing children from Nursery through to Sixth Form. The School is set in beautiful, historic grounds with excellent facilities in the heart of Peterborough, benefiting from superb transport links and a secure on-site car park. We are seeking to appoint a Nursery Cook to plan, prepare and serve all Nursery snacks, lunches and refreshments while maintaining strict hygiene, safety and regulatory standards. The School prides itself on its sense of community and the Nursery Cook has a key role to play in working as part of the Nursery team and the wider School Catering and Domestic Teams further enhancing community spirit.

Plan, prepare and serve all Nursery snacks, lunches and refreshments.
Maintain strict hygiene, safety, and regulatory standards.
Create age-appropriate and nutritious menus.
Manage provision orders, food preparation, and storage.
Handle food allergy management for Nursery children aged 3 months to 4 years old.

A cooking qualification at Level 3 or above or equivalent experience is essential.
The successful candidate will be a good communicator, with excellent interpersonal and communications skills, as well as a keen sense of humour.
Candidates should be confident in carrying out a range of food-related tasks.

Competitive salary in a welcoming, friendly environment within a beautiful setting.
Occupational pension.
Access to a subsidised private health scheme at a reduced cost.
Free secure car parking.
During term time, refreshments and lunch are provided free of charge.
25 days paid holiday a year plus all statutory public holidays.
Additional pay or time off in lieu for up to four Saturdays per year and further overtime opportunities.

- This is a permanent, full-time position, working throughout the year weekdays from 7.30am to 4.30pm. The post-holder can expect to work flexibly occasionally in terms of start/finish times in line with the demands of the role.