Creative Nursery Chef | Flexible Hours & Fresh Meals

N Family Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Daily perks: lunch and drinks

Referral bonuses

Wellbeing & socials

Potential permanent progression

Job summary

N Family Club in Leytonstone, London, is seeking an enthusiastic Flexi Chef to cook fresh, nutritious meals for our nursery children. The role operates on a Casual Working Agreement (0-hour contract), with responsibilities including meal preparation, allergy management, and stocking duties.

You will follow nutritionist-designed menus, maintain high hygiene standards, and mentor apprentices. The role offers flexible shifts and opportunities for permanent employment with potential welcome bonuses.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Level 2 or above (Level 3 during induction if not held)
• Nursery or school commercial-sized kitchen experience
• Experience catering for diverse dietary needs
• Experience catering for very young children with guideline understanding
• Experience with Environmental Health inspections
• Knowledge of food allergens and child nutrition, budgeting per child

Responsibilities

• Cook fresh and inspiring food for our children, with occasional weekends
• Follow nutritionist-designed recipes and menus to ensure vitamins and nutrients
• Cater to differing dietary needs of age groups, following food preparation guidelines
• Know allergies and dietary requirements of children, ensuring no cross-contamination
• Prepare a daily lunch and smoothie for the nursery team
• Complete kitchen paperwork and compliance tasks (Due Diligence Diary, Cleaning Schedule)
• Wash up, order food supplies from accredited supplier, manage weekly ordering and stock rotation
• Maintain 5-star Food Hygiene rating and comply with EH regulations
• Build and maintain relationships with nursery parents
• Mentor and guide nursery apprentices in the Chef scheme
• Adhere to H&S policy: Statement of Intent
• Lead on culinary excellence and set high standards
• Oversee handover of food at meals with accurate allergy details and portions

Skills

Food Safety Level 2

Nursery kitchen experience

Dietary needs catering

Very young children catering

Environmental Health inspections

Allergen knowledge

Job description

N Family Club in Leytonstone, London, is seeking an enthusiastic Flexi Chef to cook fresh, nutritious meals for our nursery children. The role operates on a Casual Working Agreement (0-hour contract), with responsibilities including meal preparation, allergy management, and stocking duties.

You will follow nutritionist-designed menus, maintain high hygiene standards, and mentor apprentices. The role offers flexible shifts and opportunities for permanent employment with potential welcome bonuses.