Apprentice Nursery Cook
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Company PORTLAND NURSERIES LIMITED
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Provider THE OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER LTD
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Location Huddersfield, HD3 4AL
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary £16,848.00 per year
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Sector Catering and hospitality
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Ref NAS-2000063806
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Application Deadline Date 30/11/2026
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Start Date 01/12/2026
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Working hours will be agreed with the successful candidate and may vary depending on the needs of the nursery. No evening or weekend work is expected.
Brief Description
We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic and motivated Apprentice Cook to join our nursery team. You will work alongside our experienced cook preparing fresh, nutritious meals for babies and young children while developing your skills and working towards a recognised catering qualification.
Training to be Provided
Training will take place in the workplace and with the training provider. The apprentice will receive off-the-job training as part of their apprenticeship programme and will be supported by experienced members of the nursery team throughout their learning journey.
Future Prospects
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities for continued employment and further career development within catering. Candidates will gain valuable skills and experience that can support progression into a range of catering and hospitality roles.
Vacancy Detail
- Assist with preparing and cooking fresh, healthy and nutritious meals for children.
- Prepare fresh fruit, vegetables and other ingredients.
- Help prepare breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks.
- Follow recipes and learn a range of cooking skills and techniques.
- Support the preparation of meals to meet children's dietary requirements, allergies and intolerances.
- Learn how to handle, prepare and store food safely.
- Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness and food safety.
- Wash up and clean kitchen equipment, work surfaces and food preparation areas.
- Assist with checking food deliveries, stock levels and use-by dates.
- Work as part of a friendly nursery team to provide healthy, balanced meals for children every day.
Other Information
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable references in line with our safer recruitment and safeguarding procedures. A commitment to maintaining high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and safeguarding is essential.