Early Years Chef

Bright Horizons UK; Enfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking an Early Years Chef to prepare and present nutritious meals for children at the nursery. This role involves managing dietary requirements and leading cookery sessions with the children. Ideal candidates will have a passion for nutrition, cooking experience, and excellent communication skills. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and makes a difference in children’s lives.

Benefits

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial wellbeing benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial property.
• Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements.
• Great communication skills with colleagues, children, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all children.
• Ensure all dietary requirements are catered for.
• Lead cookery club sessions with the children.

Skills

Cooking experience

Nutrition knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Nursery – Bright Horizons Enfield Hilly Fields Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from: £30,659.20 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Enfield, London

Hours - Full Time, Monday-Friday

Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”

We’re looking for an Early Years Chef to join our Enfield Hilly Fields Nursery. The nursery is based within a wonderful Victorian Grade 2 listed building in the Enfield Chase district of the London Borough of Enfield.

It is very well situated next to the picturesque Hillyfields Park and is close to Enfield town centre along with the surrounding areas. It has easy access to both the A10 and the M25 as well as local railway stations. The nursery is proudly rated 'Good' by Ofsted.

The Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child*
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
• Pension
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

As an Early Years Chef you will prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all the children in the nursery, with minimum wastage. You will ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to teams, and work in partnership with the team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet. You will also have an active role in leading cookery club sessions with the children, and support with other nursery activities, such as BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience within a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial property
• Passion for nutrition, and inspiring others in healthy eating
• Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies
• Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) – this must be passed on day 1 in post
• Sound knowledge of COSHH
• Great communication skills, with colleagues, children, and parents
• Ability to work under pressure

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.