Overview
Food at our client's nursery is taken seriously - not just as fuel, but as an experience that builds healthy habits, social confidence, and genuine enjoyment from an early age. They are now looking for an experienced and conscientious Nursery Chef to take ownership of the kitchen and ensure every child receives nutritious, safe, and delicious meals every single day.
Responsibilities
* Preparing and serving balanced, nutritious
* Ensuring all meals are prepared in accordance with allergy and dietary requirements
* Implementing rigorous processes to prevent cross-contamination, including clearly labelled, separate utensils and preparation areas
* Maintaining a safe, clean, and hygienic kitchen at all times, meeting all food hygiene and Health & Safety standards
* Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations including COSHH and food hygiene legislation
* Maintaining accurate records related to food preparation, cleaning schedules, stock levels, and equipment maintenance
* Managing stock levels, ordering, and supplier relationships
Qualifications
* Experience working within a kitchen environment - essential
* Previous experience within a nursery, school, or similar setting - essential
* Strong knowledge of allergen management, dietary requirements, and nutrition for young children
* Food hygiene qualification - Level 2 minimum, Level 3 preferred
* Highly organised, detail-focused, and reliable
* A genuine understanding of the importance of safe food preparation in an early years environment
Compensation & Core Details
From £13.00 per hour | 30 hour per week | Monday - Friday (No evenings), Discounted childcare
Benefits
* Training & development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Company pension scheme
* Benefits & rewards portal
* Warm, welcoming nursery environment
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