Early Years Chef

Bright Horizons UK; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable childcare provider in Sheffield is seeking an Early Years Chef to prepare and present nutritious food for children, ensuring all dietary requirements are managed. The ideal candidate will have cooking experience and a passion for nutrition. Benefits include childcare discounts, enhanced parental leave, and professional development opportunities. Join a team that values respect, teamwork, and making a positive difference in children's lives.

Benefits

50% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial property.
• Passion for nutrition and inspiring others in healthy eating.
• Knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cooking experience

Passion for nutrition

Dietary management knowledge

Food Safety Certification

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Millhouses day nursery & pre-school

Salary – Starting from £13.28 per hour

Location – Sheffield

Bright Horizons Millhouses Nursery in Sheffield offers an Outstanding Ofsted-rated environment where children flourish—and so do our staff. Located on Archer Drive, the nursery is easily accessible via public transport and has onsite parking, making commuting simple whether you're coming from central Sheffield or nearby areas. Come be part of a team that lives by HEART values—Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—and make a real difference every day.

Our 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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!

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