Our lovely nursery in Brentford High street, are looking for an seeking a skilled Chef to join our team in creating delicious culinary experiences for our children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food preparation, a good awareness of nutrition and healthy eating and ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. The role is based on a 38 hr working week monday to friday with salary c£29k plus loads of great benefits. On good transport links to this nursery. The Pump House Day Nursery is ideally located between Brentford High Street and the riverside and is part of the CC Nurseries Group. A fantastic 92 place setting providing high-quality care in wonderful free-flow environments for children. Led by a passionate and caring team, this modern nursery has been designed to spark curiosity and imagination, and each room is filled with hand-picked resources to encourage self-directed play and discovery. Requirements Ideally you will have Previous experience in a similar role; Food & Hygiene Level Certificate Level 3 ( or at least a level 2) Proven experience as a Chef Cooking and preparing meals for 70 children Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food production, and culinary techniques Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team Proficient in menu planning, recipe development, and cost control Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with staff at all levels effectively Benefits CC Nurseries Benefits package includes 30 days Annual Leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays Xmas Closure Company Pension Employee Discounted Childcare Opportunities for further qualifications Healthcare Package High Street Discounts Flexibility to work around your life commitments Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done