Nursery Chef

Nursery Chef

14.31 per hour 30 Hours per Week Monday to Friday 9:00am 3:00pm

Do you enjoy preparing nutritious home-cooked meals that make a real difference This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Nursery Chef to join a welcoming early years setting where healthy eating plays an important role in supporting childrens growth and development.

This service is looking for a confident and organised chef to take full responsibility for the nursery kitchen. As the sole cook youll be responsible for planning and preparing fresh balanced meals and snacks for young children while ensuring the highest standards of food safety hygiene and nutrition are maintained.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of childrens dietary requirements food allergies and nutritional guidance helping to create enjoyable mealtimes that support healthy lifestyles from an early age.

What Were Looking For

• Previous experience working as a Nursery Chef School Chef or within a similar childcare or educational setting.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent).
• Good knowledge of childrens nutrition food allergies and special dietary requirements.
• Ability to prepare a varied nutritious menu using fresh ingredients.
• Experience managing kitchen budgets and stock control.
• Excellent hygiene practices and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Calm reliable and adaptable with a positive team-focused attitude.

Whats On Offer

• 14.30 per hour
• Monday to Friday working pattern 9:00am to 3:00pm
• No evening or weekend working
• Discounted childcare
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• The opportunity to take ownership of your own kitchen
• Be part of a friendly and supportive nursery team

Nursery Chef Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh nutritious meals and snacks for children each day.
• Plan and produce a varied four-week rolling menu using wholesome home-cooked recipes.
• Cater for individual dietary requirements allergies and cultural preferences.
• Ensure all food is prepared stored and served safely maintaining accurate food temperature records.
• Manage food ordering and stock control while working within an agreed budget.
• Take full responsibility for maintaining a clean organised and compliant kitchen.
• Ensure all food hygiene health and safety and environmental health standards are met.
• Work closely with the nursery team to provide an excellent dining experience for every child.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements including an enhanced DBS check satisfactory references and verification of the right to work in the UK in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL245146/RM

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