Job Purpose
Toheatand servenutritious meals and snacks for children attending the crche, whilemaintaininga clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment in line with food safety regulations and the crches policies and procedures.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
* Assistwith the preparation, cooking,heatingand serving of meals and snacks in line with the crches menus and childrens dietary needs.
* Ensure correctportionsizes appropriate for different age groups.
* Maintainhigh standardsof hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen, dining areas, and food storage areasat all times.
* Wash and sterilise utensils, dishes, and equipment after use.
* Monitor and record fridge/freezer temperatures and food deliveries asrequired.
* Ensure proper storage, labelling, and rotation of food.
* Adhere to all Health Service Executive (HSE) and Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) food hygiene and safety standards.
* Assistwith stock checks and notifying the Manager of low supplies.
* Comply withall crche policies including health & safety, child safeguarding, and infection control.
* Report any hazards, accidents, or maintenance issues promptly.
* Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by management.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
* Experience working in a kitchen or catering environment.
* Basic knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety.
* Good organisational and teamwork skills.
* Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
* Flexibility and reliability.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable Criteria
* Completion of a Food Hygiene / HACCP training course.
* Experience working in anearly yearor childcare setting.
* Knowledge of special diets and allergy management.
Benefits:
* Job Security
* Career advancementopportunities internally
* Onsite training and Continuous Professional Development
* Christmas Bonus
* Employee Initiative Scheme Refer a Friend Bonus
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this role, please send an email with your updated CV to the HR Manager
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