Nursery Chef

Salary: £28,662.40 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week

Are you a passionate chef looking to make a difference in the lives of young children? This is your chance to embark on an exciting culinary journey! As a Nursery Chef, you will have the unique opportunity to work across multiple locations, starting in Potters Bar and expanding throughout North London. Here, you can elevate your skills, broaden your expertise, and grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

In this vital role, you will:

• Prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate meals to the highest standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming kitchen environment.
• Collaborate with the nursery team and parents to enhance the overall care and educational experience of the children.
• Keep accurate records of supplies and manage ordering within budget.
• Work Monday to Friday, all year round.

At Family First, we truly value our team members. Here’s what we offer:

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children.
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750.
• Excellent Transport Links: Convenient access to our locations.

As a Nursery Chef, you will:

• Ensure the kitchen meets cleanliness and hygiene standards, completing the Kitchen Hygiene Checklist monthly.
• Prepare and cook enough age-appropriate food daily, minimizing waste.
• Communicate dietary requirements clearly to the team.
• Work collaboratively with nursery staff and parents to promote healthy eating.
• Manage food orders within budget to maintain quality service.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A solid understanding of managing dietary requirements, especially food allergies.
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations.
• Experience working within a catering budget.
• Relevant cooking experience in domestic or commercial settings.
• Fluency in written and spoken English (GCSE grade C or equivalent).
• A passion for cooking for young children (desirable).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

The Potters Bar Day Nursery and Pre-school is part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families.