Nursery Cook

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Chef to join our team on a part-time basis, working Monday to Friday, 30 hours per week.

In this rewarding role, you will be responsible for preparing delicious, nutritious and well-balanced meals for our children, while ensuring all dietary requirements and allergies are carefully accommodated. You will play an important role in supporting the children’s health and wellbeing, maintaining a safe and inclusive environment, and developing strong working relationships with colleagues across the nursery.

What We Offer

Monday to Friday working hours – enjoy a consistent weekday schedule with no weekend shifts.

Access to high-quality training and professional development opportunities.

60% childcare discount – available for you and your immediate family members.

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

Pension scheme.

Enhanced annual leave – 23 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees).

Your birthday off – enjoy your special day your way.

Health and wellbeing support – access to a free health plan and 24-hour helpline.

Shopping discounts – exclusive savings across retail, dining, travel and more.

Buddy Bonus – receive a cash bonus when you successfully refer a friend for a role.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, nutrition and providing children with healthy, enjoyable meals. You will ideally have:

A minimum Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety qualification.

Proven experience working as a chef, ideally within a nursery, childcare or similar setting.

A strong understanding of child nutrition, dietary requirements and allergy awareness.

The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a wider team.

A calm, professional and organised approach, even in a busy kitchen environment.

A genuine commitment to creating a safe, caring and inclusive environment for children.

If you are passionate about providing nutritious, high-quality food and would enjoy making a positive difference to children’s daily experiences, we would love to hear from you.