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Job summary Nursery Chef/Cook Jack in the Box, based at Upton Hospital in Slough Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm no weekend work and we are closed between Christmas and New year! Are you a passionate and talented Chef or have relevant catering experience looking for a new opportunity? Do you enjoy a varied role that encompasses all areas of kitchen management in a nursery environment. We at Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Nurseries provide a nurturing environment where children thrive. We believe that healthy, delicious meals are essential for the growth and development of our children, and we are looking for a skilled chef or cook to help us achieve this. Responsibilities: Prepare nutritious and tasty meals for children aged 0-5Support menus that cater to various dietary requirementsMaintain a clean and organised kitchenEnsure food safety and hygiene standards are metCollaborate with nursery staff to create a positive dining experience for childrenYou will work independently and manage kitchen operations effectively. It is essential that you have a food hygiene qualification and/or relevant experience and a good understanding around healthy eating, nutrition and allergens. You will be confident and experienced in all areas of our kitchen and work alongside our Area Manager with creating menus. We offer great opportunities for development in this role and support with internal and external training courses. Main duties of the jobFull responsibility of the kitchen from meal preparation to cleaning down of equipmentOrdering of all fresh, frozen and nonperishable ingredients from a variety of approved suppliersMaintaining good food hygiene standardsEnsuring all allergen and dietary requirements are met and catered toAbout us Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites Details Date posted 22 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £26,240 to £27,928 a year per annum ( Incl of HCAS) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 371-TAP-CS283 Job locations Nursery Jack In The Box , Upton Hospital Slough SL1 2BJJob description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: City & Guilds 706/1/2 or equivalent experienceFood Hygiene CertificatePrevious experience in a similar roleStrong communication skills both written and verbalFor further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Carly Byrne on 01189 044636 Or email wholl be delighted to help. *Applications for this role will be considered on a first come first serve basis and we may close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: City & Guilds 706/1/2 or equivalent experienceFood Hygiene CertificatePrevious experience in a similar roleStrong communication skills both written and verbalFor further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Carly Byrne on 01189 044636 Or email wholl be delighted to help. *Applications for this role will be considered on a first come first serve basis and we may close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training EssentialCity & Guilds 706/1/2 or equivalent qualification or 2 years relevant experience Legible handwriting DesirableGCSE in English or Maths (A*-C) or equivalent qualification Continuous Professional Development EssentialLevel 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or Willingness to undertake Commitment to personal development Previous Experience Essential2 years previous experience within catering for children An awareness of special dietary requirements and allergens Good understanding of health required diets Good understanding of food preparation for next service Good understanding of HACCP Knowledge, Skills & Abilities EssentialGood communication skills Knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety regulations Ability to work as part of a team and unsupervised Flexibility to change working patterns as required Good time management skills Computer literate Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training EssentialCity & Guilds 706/1/2 or equivalent qualification or 2 years relevant experience Legible handwriting DesirableGCSE in English or Maths (A*-C) or equivalent qualification Continuous Professional Development EssentialLevel 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or Willingness to undertake Commitment to personal development Previous Experience Essential2 years previous experience within catering for children An awareness of special dietary requirements and allergens Good understanding of health required diets Good understanding of food preparation for next service Good understanding of HACCP Knowledge, Skills & Abilities EssentialGood communication skills Knowledge of COSHH and Health and Safety regulations Ability to work as part of a team and unsupervised Flexibility to change working patterns as required Good time management skills Computer literate Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 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