About the Role
We are looking for a Nursery Cook to join our team, ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.
Responsibilities
* Prepare healthy, nutritious meals, accommodating allergies and special dietary requirements for all children.
* Maintain a clean and tidy kitchen, ensuring compliance with environmental health standards.
* Collaborate with children and the nursery team in snack‑making and baking activities.
* Work Monday to Friday, no weekends or bank holidays.
* Be inventive in creating menus and providing children with delicious tasting meals.
Qualifications
* Catering experience, preferably in a similar environment.
* Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
* Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs.
Other Requirements
Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well‑being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. All staff and volunteers must complete safeguarding training and a Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions.
Benefits
* Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks.
* Accredited training through KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
* Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption.
* Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
* Long service awards to celebrate commitment.
* Take the day off on your birthday.
* Competitive salary, pension plan, and enhanced holiday allowance.
* Friendly central support team available.
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