Early Years Chef

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; St. Day; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Professional development programme

Job summary

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool is looking for an Early Years Chef to join our nursery team in St. Day, England. This full-time position involves preparing and presenting age-appropriate meals for children, ensuring dietary restrictions are met whilst minimizing food waste.

The ideal candidate will have previous cooking experience, a passion for nutrition, and strong communication skills. Benefits include a £30,000 salary, 50% childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and access to virtual GP appointments.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, either in domestic or commercial settings is essential.
• A passion for healthy nutrition and the ability to inspire others to eat well.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with children, parents, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present nutritious meals for children.
• Ensure dietary needs and food allergies are communicated effectively.
• Promote healthy eating habits with all stakeholders.
• Lead participation in cookery-related activities.

Skills

Previous experience in a cooking role

Passion for nutrition

Strong communication skills

Capability to work under pressure

Job description

Early Years Chef

Bright Horizons Tingley – Nursery – Location: Tingley, Wakefield

Salary: £30,000 per annum

We are seeking an Early Years Chef to join our nursery team. This is a full‑time role (40 hours per week) that involves preparing, cooking and presenting age‑appropriate food for all children while ensuring minimal wastage and accommodating dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present meals for children
• Ensure all dietary needs, including food allergies, are met and communicated to staff
• Encourage healthy eating habits with children, parents and staff
• Lead cookery club sessions and support nursery activities such as BBQs, fetes and staff meetings
• Maintain high standards of food safety (Food Safety CIEH L2 or above) and COSHH compliance

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial setting
• Passion for nutrition and ability to inspire healthy eating
• Strong communication skills with colleagues, children and parents
• Capability to work under pressure

Benefits

• £30,000 per annum
• Childcare discount 50% for first child
• Enhanced parental leave
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure; additional leave purchase available
• Pension
• 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early wage access and other financial/wellness benefits
• Professional development programme and careers coach access
• Shift options: 40 hours over 5 days

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks.

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