Housekeeper Cook


Company:	Aughton Early Years Centre
Salary:	from £26,209 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Sheffield, S26 3XH
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Oct 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

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To monitor stock levels, rotate stock regularly, and dispose of out-of-date products appropriately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 our website. Please email completed application forms to centre@aughtoneyc.org.

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

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

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