Job Description

Tree Tops Montessori Nursery is looking for a Nursery Chef.

Hours: Monday-Friday 30 hours (all year round)

The Nursery Chef has a duty of care for all children and is part of the team ensuring their safety and welfare through following our policies and procedures. We are a professional and motivated team in a happy and pleasant working environment.

Role Purpose:

To prepare, cook and present appropriate food to high standards for all dietary requirements in a clean, tidy and safe environment, adhering to the nurseries policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

To provide high quality freshly prepared nutritious meals that are appropriate for children and babies Ensure meals are served on time as per nursery menu and to the required standard To prepare a morning snack, lunch, and tea for children. To maintain a high standard of hygiene at all times and to follow infection/cross contamination control procedures To constantly be aware of special dietary needs, referring to food allergies, food intolerances, cultural needs, vegetarian/Vegan requirements and any other according to the special dietary needs and allergy forms in the kitchen To be aware of and carry out duties in connection with health and safety at work (e.g. risk assessments, check and record fridge/freezer temperatures) To carry out food temperature checks and record this appropriately To ensure that equipment and materials including dishwasher, microwave, oven etc are cleaned and cleared away leaving the kitchen neat and tidy To ensure the equipment is maintained in good working order and any faults are reported to management To ensure stock levels are managed and rotated and shopping list completed weekly To defrost and clean fridges/freezers frequently Clean and tidy the kitchen after the children have finished their meal and wash or put equipment into the dishwasher To work effectively as part of the nursery team and respect confidentiality relating to children and their families To adhere to food hygiene policies, standard operating processes and legislation To occasionally attend team meetings when required and complete any relevant training required to support the job role. To ensure you have a clean uniform, wear suitable footwear for working in a busy kitchen space, have hair tied up and follow other basic health and safety requirements.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.25 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Gym membership Private medical insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leamington Spa, CV31 1JS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Cooking: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 14/07/2025