Monday to Friday, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm (all year round)
Are you passionate about creating nutritious, delicious meals for young children? We're looking for a caring and experienced Nursery Cook to join our friendly team at Love 2 Learn Nursery.
What you'll do:
Plan, prepare, and cook healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0–5
Cater for a variety of dietary needs, including allergies, intolerances, and cultural requirements
Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety in the kitchen
Work alongside the nursery team to ensure mealtimes run smoothly
Order and manage stock efficiently
What we're looking for:
Experience in preparing and cooking meals (preferably in an early years or similar setting)
Knowledge of allergens and special dietary requirements
An understanding of food safety, hygiene, and nutrition for young children
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
A positive, reliable, and caring attitude
What we offer:
A warm and supportive working environment
Competitive pay
Opportunities for training and development
Staff childcare discounts (if applicable)
Food Hygiene and Safety certificates are desirable but not essential – training can be provided for the right candidate.
If you love cooking and want to make a difference in children's health and well-being, we'd love to hear from you
** All job offers are subject to two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS certificate **
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Experience:
* Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: NurseryCook