Job Description

Nursery Chef

12.41 - 12.81 per hour | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm

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Join Our Caring, Welcoming, and Supportive Team

We're looking for a passionate

Nursery Chef

to join our warm and nurturing childcare setting. Our vision is to

inspire change through excellence in childcare

, creating a positive impact for generations to come.


For over 20 years, we've been providing children with the highest quality of care -- offering them unlimited opportunities to grow, learn, and develop in a safe and secure environment.

What We Offer

At our nursery, people matter -- and as part of our team, you'll benefit from:

Continued opportunities for

professional growth

and access to our engaging online training platform

Childcare discount

Access to free counselling services

Company-wide events

and a wellbeing-focused leadership team

Competitive hourly rate

(12.41-12.81 per hour)

2 annual inset training days

1000 refer-a-friend scheme

Free meals and parking (if applicable) Flexible hours where possible

About You

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, creative, and passionate about providing nutritious meals that support children's growth and development.


You will:

Follow and design menus in line with our food and drink policy Ensure all food production, service, and presentation meets company standards Oversee kitchen health and safety, budgets, supplies, and dietary requirements Work well within a team and maintain a positive attitude with children, parents, and colleagues Be organised, proactive, and eager to learn

Essentials

Minimum

1 year of experience

in the hospitality industry

Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety Certification

Experience in

planning nutritionally balanced menus

Desirable

Experience working in a

nursery or childcare setting

Allergen management or

HACCP certification

Previous achievement of a

5 EHO rating

Food Standards or

Culinary NVQ qualifications

Above all, a

passion for cooking

, a friendly nature, and the ability to have fun!

A Word from One of Our Chefs

"Nutrition in early years is so important -- it allows us to introduce a balanced and healthy diet from a young age. We provide varied, exciting meals that encourage children to explore new tastes and textures. I love seeing how food helps them grow stronger and healthier every day."

-- Paul, Nursery Chef

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to keeping children safe. All roles require an enhanced DBS check and appropriate safeguarding vetting. Some spent convictions and cautions may be protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, and 2020 amendments).