COOK REQUIRED: PART- TIME
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Manager of Lagore Road Community Childcare Centre,
the Cook will be responsible for menu planning, ordering of food and
supplies and daily preparation of nutritious meals and snacks served
to the children ages 6 months to * years. The
work of the Cook will be conducted in strict compliance with the
regulations of The Food Safety Authority of Ireland and all other
applicable legislation. The Cook will work in consultation with the
Childcare Manager and his/her team to ensure the smooth operation of
the kitchen.
POSITION INFORMATION:
JOB TITLE: Cook
EMPLOYER: First steps, Lagore road Community Childcare CLG
LOCATION: Lagore Road, Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath
REPORTING TO: The Manager of Lagore Road Community Childcare
CONTRACT: Permanent – part-time * Hours per
Week
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
KITCHEN
* Advance planning of menus and snacks; posting of menus for parents
and staff
* Prepare and serve hot meal and snacks for children in the centre
* Conduct housekeeping tasks necessary to maintain the kitchen in an
organised, clean, safe, and hygienic condition at all times.
* Follow HACCP Safe Catering Guide and procedures.
* Document & complete the relevant records according to the Safe
Catering Guide.
* Deliver and collect lunch/snack trays
* Complete clean up after each meal (i.e. dishes, countertops, etc.)
* Meet with the Health Inspector as required to ensure kitchen and
practices are in compliance with legislation standards
* Regular inventory of kitchen equipment and supplies.
ORDERING/PURCHASING
* Purchase all food in order to implement the planned menus
* Purchase all household supplies for the kitchen
* Unpacking and checking of orders
* Follow established procedures regarding forwarding of all receipts
related to purchases.
OTHER
* Attend staff/program meetings/training as required
* Attend professional development and other relevant training
opportunities when available, e.g. in order to remain current with
respect to regulations on proper food handling, etc.
* Other duties; participation in special events as assigned by the
Childcare Manager
* Assists the Childcare Manager in maintaining a safe and healthy
work environment by promptly reporting any existing and/or potential
workplace hazards.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
* Suitable candidates must hold or be in the process of getting a
CERTIFICATE IN FOOD HYGIENE /HACCP FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
* Qualified professional with kitchen experience
* Excellent oral & written communication skills- fluency in English
is essential.
WHAT WE OFFER
* On site car park
* Further your Education- Company Education Bursary Fund.
* Opportunities for promotion and career progression in a strong &
growing organisation,
* HSF Health Plan
* Sick Pay & Maternity Leave
* Employee assistance & wellbeing program.
* Continuous professional Development- In service Training Days
* Bike to work/ Travel Saver Scheme incentive programs
APPLICANTS WISHING TO APPLY FOR THE ABOVE POST SHOULD SEND A COVER
LETTER AND A CV TO:
FIRST STEPS, LAGORE ROAD COMMUNITY CHILDCARE, LAGORE ROAD,
DUNSHAUGHLIN, CO. MEATH,
OR EMAIL: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Closing date for applicants: 5 pm, Friday, 1st November, **Apply on
the website**
**Candidates under consideration for the role, will be subject to
Garda vetting and undergo 2 reference checks before commencing
employment.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Catering
