About the Role
TippyToes KidCare Nursery, guided by our core philosophy that every child matters, is currently seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and enthusiastic Chef for immediate employment. In this vital role, you will play a crucial part in promoting children's health and well-being by preparing delicious, nutritious, and balanced meals tailored to young children. We are looking for a dedicated culinary professional who shares our commitment to providing a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for holistic child development.
Key Responsibilities- Plan and prepare nutritious, balanced, and appealing meals suitable for young children in a school setting.
- Manage food preparation schedules and ensure timely and efficient meal service daily.
- Maintain strict hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards in compliance with health regulations.
- Keep accurate and updated ongoing records of food inventory, supplies, and kitchen operations.
- Minimize food wastage and effectively control kitchen costs without compromising food quality.
- Collaborate with school administration to accommodate dietary restrictions and special nutritional needs.
- Minimum of SSCE, NECO, OND, or NCE educational qualification.
- Proven professional experience working as a cook or chef, preferably in a school, hostel, or institutional catering setting.
- Strong knowledge of healthy food preparation, food safety, and kitchen hygiene standards.
- Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
- Genuine passion for working in a child-friendly environment and caring for young children.
- Hardworking, reliable, and able to deliver results that exceed expectations.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and skill enhancement.
- A warm, supportive, and family-friendly working environment.
- Contribution to meaningful work that directly impacts early childhood health and development.