Apprentice Cook
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Company: INSPIRATIONS NURSERIES AND FOREST SCHOOL LIMITED
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Location: LEEDS, LS18 5JP
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Catering and hospitality
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Ref: NAS-2000052415
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Application Deadline Date: 16/10/2026
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Start Date: 26/10/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Exact working hours TBC at interview stage. However, this is a full-time role Mon-Fri.
Brief Description
To work alongside and support the Nursery Cook in the preparation and provision of healthy, balanced and nutritious meals and snacks for children from birth to 5 years.
Training to be Provided
This is a full-time role, working a minimum of 30 hours per week. You will attend Leeds City College Printworks Campus every Wednesday, until you sit your End-Point-Assessments and complete the apprenticeship.
Future Prospects
A full-time permanent contract is highly likely upon completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
- To learn how to plan and prepare menus that provide a varied and balanced diet, following current early years nutrition guidance.
- To assist with the preparation of meals and snacks in accordance with individual dietary requirements and allergies, under appropriate supervision.
- To develop an understanding of food allergies and dietary requirements and ensure that instructions provided by the Nursery Cook are followed carefully.
- To learn about safe food preparation, storage and serving procedures.
- To assist with food temperature checks and recording information accurately, as directed by the Nursery Cook.
- To assist with maintaining appropriate food hygiene records, including temperature logs, allergen information and other relevant records.
- To maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and cleanliness at all times and follow appropriate food hygiene procedures.
- To assist with washing crockery, cutlery, utensils and equipment used within the kitchen.
- To support the Nursery Cook in maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment.