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Cook for Early Years | Rathfarnham, Rathfarnham

Employment Type

Part Time, Permanent

Application Start Date

27-06-2025

Application End Date

25-07-2025

Location

Rathfarnham

State/County

Dublin

Country

Ireland

Work Style

On-site

Education

Minimum of HACCP Training Level 3

Description

 JOIN THE LITTLE HARVARD FAMILY – ‘’WHERE EVERY DAY IS A NEW ADVENTURE’’

 

With 30 years of experience shaping young minds, Little Harvard Childcare is a place where passion meets purpose. As one of the longest-standing and most trusted childcare providers, we’re all about fun, learning, and making a difference for both children and our amazing team.

 

We’re Hiring: Cook for Early Years

 

We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Cook for Early Years to join our team at our Taylors Hill creche in Rathfarnham. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving nutritionally balanced meals tailored for children under five, in line with our nursery’s nutritional guidelines.

 

Minimum Qualification Required:

The ideal candidate MUST have a minimum of HACCP Training Level 3. (Successful candidates with Level 2 may be offered the Level 3 course.)

 

Perks of Being Part of Our Team:

·       Competitive Salary 

·       Employee Assistance Programme 

·       Discounted Private Health Insurance 

·       Bonus Loyalty Days to reward your dedication

·       Staff well-being

·       Maternity and Paternity leave

·       Career Advancement Opportunities

·       On-Site Training & Continuous Professional Development (CPD) 

·       Internal training opportunities to enhance your skills

·       Employee Referral Schemes 

 

 

What We’re Looking For:

·       A genuine love for cooking and creating nutritious meals

·       Excellent cooking skills and creativity in the kitchen

·       Enthusiasm for working in a childcare environment

·       Strong motivation and a team-player mindset

·       Overall responsibility for the kitchen’s daily operations

·       Liaising with suppliers for food orders and maintaining stock levels

·       Creating delicious, nourishing dishes and menus for children

·       Implementing health and safety procedures in the kitchen

·       Knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety awareness

·       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

 

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday : 20 -25 hours per week

 

Location:

Taylors Hill, Rathfarnham, South Dublin

 

Salary Range:

Depending on experience (DOE)

 

Why Join Us?

At Little Harvard Childcare, we value the role of nutrition in early childhood development and are looking for someone who shares our passion for providing healthy, delicious meals to children. If you’re a motivated and skilled cook who enjoys working in a childcare setting, we’d love to hear from you!

 

Get to Know Us:

  • Instagram: @littleharvard_childcare
  • Facebook: /littleharvard
  • LinkedIn: /littleharvardchildcare
  • For more vacancies, visit: www.littleharvard.ie/careers

 

Join us in making a difference in children’s lives through the power of nutritious and delicious meals! Apply today!

 

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