Job Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a Chef to join our lively and busy Nursery and its team who will run and manger their own kitchen assisted by their own kitchen assistant

The ideal candidate will have experience of cooking and preparing a set menu of healthy nutritious food according to our rotating monthly nursery menu , and have experience of preparing and cooking alternate foods and meals to meet the needs of individual dietary requirements, you will do this with the help of a kitchen assistant whose work and role will be your responsibility to supervise and oversee

Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of food preparation, ensuring high-quality child appropriate dishes are served
- Assist in creating autumn & winter & spring & summer menus to meet customers' preferences and seasonal availability and in certain budget scales
- Train and supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and support as needed
- Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as required
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards
- Collaborate with management to plan and execute special events or promotions

Requirements:
- Experience working as a Chef
- Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food production, and kitchen management
- Ability to lead and motivate staff overseen by yourself, fostering a positive work environment
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with staff and management
- Understanding of food safety practices and regulations
- Relevant certification

If you are an experienced Chef with a friendly attitude and disposition to be around children we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 18/08/2025