Housekeeper Cook

Aughton Early Years Centre

Permanent, Part-time, full year - NOT term time only

14 to 16 hours per week over 2 days: (Thursday and Friday)

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT TO APPLY

Closing date for the above posts is 9am on Monday 12th October 2026.

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 12th October 2026.

The successful candidate will be expected to work during the normal school holidays, enabling the Centre to open all year round.

We are looking for an enthusiastic part-time Housekeeper Cook who will be a dedicated team member in ensuring our high-quality practice and provision is maintained at all times.

Duties will include:

• To prepare and serve healthy balanced and nutritious meals for large numbers of very young children in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, including catering for special dietary requirements and allergies
• Ensure the kitchen and food preparation areas are kept clean and hygienic at all times
• To complete and maintain accurate records to ensure safe food management in line with current food legislation
• To order, receive and store the deliveries of groceries and housekeeping supplies
• To monitor stock levels, rotate stock regularly, and dispose of out-of-date products appropriately
• To carry out laundry duties
• A flexible and willing approach to be fully involved in all Centre aims and objectives
• Excellent communication skills and have the desire to work as a proactive member of a complex team.

The Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidates will have to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check. Satisfactory references, 1 professional (from current or most recent employer) and 1 character will also be required. Online searches will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.

Please complete all applications on the correct form which is available on the RMBC vacancy page and on our website. Please email completed application forms to centre@aughtoneyc.org.