Nursery Chef

Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd•Purley, NC

2d•£32,000 - £33,000•Onsite

About The Position

Create healthy, delicious meals that help children grow, thrive and enjoy every day. At Fennies, we know that great nutrition is a key part of early childhood development. As Nursery Chef, you’ll play an essential role in supporting children’s wellbeing by preparing balanced, nutritious meals in a safe, high-quality kitchen environment.

Requirements

Experienced in catering, in a childcare setting would be ideal, but not essential
Knowledgeable about children’s nutrition and dietary requirements
Qualified with a Level 2 or 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
Trained in allergen awareness
Organised, reliable and able to manage a busy kitchen environment
A positive team player who enjoys working alongside others
Care about the impact your food has on children’s health and happiness

Nice To Haves

Previous nursery experience

Responsibilities

Prepare fresh, healthy meals and snacks for children each day
Plan menus that meet nutritional guidelines and dietary requirements
Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness
Ensure all allergens and dietary needs are carefully managed
Work closely with the Nursery Manager and team to create a positive mealtime experience
Support kitchen organisation, stock control and ordering

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus
Up to £32,000 annual salary
Performance-related bonuses
£500 referral bonus
Monday to Friday
20 days annual leave (increasing by 1 day for every year of service, up to 25 days) plus bank holidays
BUPA Wellbeing Support
Free daily meals from the Fennies Café
Summer BBQs, Christmas events and company celebrations
Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards
Full training
Support and mentoring from experienced Catering Managers
Personalised development plans, mentoring and support