Apprentice Chef
Wandsworth - UK
Job Summary
Were more than just a nursery group. Were the UKs most innovative early-years education provider.
At N Family Club we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity embraces a curriculum-led approach and prepares children for the modern world. Were proudly making our dream a reality and we want you to be a part of it!
As an Apprentice Chef at N Family youll be cooking up a storm every day supporting our Chef to prepare breakfast lunch dinner and snacks for children as well as a lunch and a smoothie for our hard-working nursery team. Were looking for a creative person whos genuinely interested in a career as a Chef someone whos a keen learner and interested in childhood nutrition. With your dedication and passion for learning youll make your mark and help us become the most loved early years education group in the UK.
Your key responsibilities
At N Family Club we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity embraces a curriculum-led approach and prepares children for the modern world. Were proudly making our dream a reality and we want you to be a part of it!
As an Apprentice Chef at N Family youll be cooking up a storm every day supporting our Chef to prepare breakfast lunch dinner and snacks for children as well as a lunch and a smoothie for our hard-working nursery team. Were looking for a creative person whos genuinely interested in a career as a Chef someone whos a keen learner and interested in childhood nutrition. With your dedication and passion for learning youll make your mark and help us become the most loved early years education group in the UK.
Your key responsibilities
- Work toward your funded Level 3 Production Chef Apprenticeship including paid time off to study.
- Assist with cooking fresh tasty and nutritious meals for the children and team every day.
- Make sure each meal meets the nutritional needs of different age groups and follows all food safety and choking guidelines.
- Support the Chef to cater to different dietary needs for all ages.
- Support with preparing daily lunches and smoothies for the nursery team catering to a variety of diets and preferences.
- Support the Chef to keep on top of kitchen paperwork and checks including cleaning schedules and daily safety logs.
- Maintain the kitchen to a 5-star Food Hygiene standard.
- Build friendly professional relationships with parents so they feel confident about the food their children eat.
Our Apprentice Chefs should have...
- A Food Preparation and Hygiene NVQ Level 2 or above (youll need to complete a Level 3 during induction if not already held).
- A willingness to adopt conscious practices within food and cooking including recycling and creating as little food waste as possible.
- A passion for food creativity and a love for working with children and families.
- The ability to work quickly and effectively during busy service times.
- A positive glass-half-full outlook.
- Bags of drive and motivation with a make it happen attitude!
- A love for customer service.
The N Advantage package
- Competitive salary 20717 per annum
- Performance bonus Up to 750 annually.
- Industry-leading holiday allowance Up to 35 days including a personal Me day and Christmas closure.
- Development fund 100 annual learning fund plus paid N Academy training (level 3 EY Degrees Forest School & more).
- Family-friendly Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years.
- Childcare 40% discount plus 6 emergency days annually.
And thats not all!
- Loyalty rewards 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: Out of this world experience 2 more weeks off!
- Referral scheme Earn up to 1000 per successful hire.
- Amazing discounts Save on groceries shopping fitness and more.
- Travel support Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Socials & Wellbeing Annual parties team events gym discounts and online fitness.
- And much much more!
Why N Wandsworth
Join our fantastic team at this 85-place nursery nestled in the lively neighbourhood of Wandsworth South West London.
Getting here is a breeze! Busesand 87 stop right at our doorstep and Wandsworth Town station is just a short stroll away.
Why N Family Club
At N Family Club were reimagining early years education and we want you to be a part of it. Were a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UKs most innovative early years groups. With top salaries unmatched benefits and real career progression we put our people first.
Join us today to spark big ideas in young minds and shape a career youll love.
At N Family Club were reimagining early years education and we want you to be a part of it. Were a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UKs most innovative early years groups. With top salaries unmatched benefits and real career progression we put our people first.
Join us today to spark big ideas in young minds and shape a career youll love.
Whats next
If you think you got what it takes click apply and fill in our super quick (1 min) application form!
If you want to read more about N our benefits and work culture visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor Page.
If you want to read more about N our benefits and work culture visit our Careers website or our Glassdoor Page.
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About Company
We believe that nursery is more than daycare – it’s the start of your child’s education and the foundation for a healthy lifestyle. Apply today.