Nursery Chef - Royal Oak Nursery and Pre-School – Full Time
Location: London, W2 5AT. Salary: £30,001 – £35,000 per year.
About the role
Work in a friendly kitchen at a nursery, preparing nutritious meals for children and engaging in food‑related activities. You will own the kitchen and suppliers, maintain a safe environment and ensure children with allergies are safe. You will work sociable hours (no evenings or weekends), with a 40‑hour week.
Responsibilities
* Plan, cook and serve meals for children each day.
* Move through menus that meet early years nutritional standards.
* Maintain the kitchen hygiene and safety standards.
* Ensure allergens are clearly identified and children with special dietary needs are supported.
* Collaborate with the nursery team to promote healthy eating habits.
* Support the LEYF chef community by sharing ideas and recipes across settings.
Qualifications
* Right to work in the UK.
* Positive attitude and enthusiasm for working with children.
* Food Hygiene Level 2 certification (or willingness to complete the course within the first week of work, paid for by LEYF).
Benefits
* £1,000 salary uplift when you complete the in‑house Early Years Chef Academy.
* Generous pension: 7% contribution from the employer (1% from you).
* 70% discount on childcare fees.
* Up to 35 days off a year, including holidays and your birthday.
* Sector‑leading parental leave.
* Access to the Wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference and support for team celebrations.
* Lots of training and promotion opportunities.
About the nursery
The nursery is newly refurbished with a beautiful garden and a welcoming team. Children love to take part in the local community through shop visits and other activities.
Contact
To apply, contact the recruitment team for further information.
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