Application Deadline: 2 October 2025 Department: Little Elms Shirley Location: Little Elms Daycare Nursery Shirley Limited Compensation: £31,000 / year Description Job description Position: Nursery Chef 31,000 annually Hours : Our nurseries operate Monday to Friday from 7.30am until 6.15pm. Location: The nurseries operate in Shirley Little Elms is a family run business where people really matter, feel valued and have a voice. Whilst all of our nurseries provide exceptional levels of quality care and education, they are all completely unique! You will be joining our fantastic team of professional and will receive the support from our fantastic Head Chef. Benefits on offer include: · Fantastic Transport Links · Free uniform is provided The ideal candidate must have: · Has a passion for cooking! · Has some understanding of environmental health standards · Shares our passion for encouraging children to eat healthily · Ability to use initiative · Has a Level 3 Qualification in Food Safety (or is willing to work towards) * This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and employment references * * Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer * Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Key Responsibilities Summary of Responsibilities Food Preparation: Following the menu set by the Head Chef, prepare and cook enough age appropriate food for all children on a daily basis with minimal wastage Prepare and Cook the following meals daily: - Morning Snack - Lunch (main meal) - Afternoon Snack - Tea Have a clear understanding of, and follow the Food, Mealtimes and Dietary Needs at all times Take responsibility to make sure all dietary requirements are catered for, clearly labelled if there is a dietary requirement and clearly communicated to staff teams every mealtime Work in partnership with the nursery team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet Ordering Place weekly / daily orders as appropriate to ensure the necessary ingredients are available for the specified menu Ensure budgetary requirements are met in relation to ordering Work with suppliers to promote best practise ensuring the products and supplies are appropriate for a nursery environment Kitchen Hygiene: Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, tidiness and safety within the kitchen Ensure food hygiene standards and practices are followed at all times Events & Education: Take a lead role as directed by Nursery Manager, to increase children and parent awareness and education relating to food and nutrition e.g. family food tasting sessions, children’s cookery clubs and activities Support with activities at the nursery e.g. Open Day’s, Summer Fete’s, Winter Fairs etc Health & Safety Be responsible for and lead any inspections relating to the kitchen area e.g. Environmental Health achieving a 5* Remain aware and observant of all health and safety issues in the kitchen and nursery, where possible reducing the risk of an accident occurring through preventative actions Carrying out health and safety checks as outlined within Company Policies and Procedures Being aware of the outcome of risk assessments and fully implementing the specified controls Ensure you meet the legal and Company