Flexible Nursery Chef: Fresh Meals for Kids + Perks

N Family Club; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 20,567 - 27,579; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Daily perks: lunch and drinks

Referral bonuses

Socials & wellbeing

Welcome bonus up to £1,000

Job summary

Join N Family Club as a Flexi Chef in Tunbridge Wells. Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for children, with meals tailored to allergies and dietary needs. You’ll support varied shift patterns to provide nutritious meals and help the nursery team with their lunch and smoothie needs.

You’ll work in a busy nursery kitchen, aiming for excellent nutrition, safety, and teamwork, while mentoring Apprentice Chefs and upholding the company’s high standards.

Qualifications

• Must have Food Safety and Hygiene Level 2 (will be required to complete Level 3 during induction if not already held)
• Experience in nursery or school kitchen and catering for diverse dietary needs
• Ability to work quickly during busy service times
• Knowledge of food allergens and child nutrition, and budget awareness

Responsibilities

• Cook fresh and inspiring meals for children, including weekends when required
• Follow nutritionist-designed recipes to ensure optimal vitamins and nutrients
• Cater to dietary needs of different age groups while avoiding cross-contamination
• Maintain accurate allergy details and portion sizes for each room
• Prepare daily lunch and smoothies for nursery staff and manage stock rotation
• Ensure kitchen paperwork and due diligence diary are completed daily
• Maintain 5-star hygiene and comply with EH regulations
• Mentor Nursery Chef apprentices when required
• Collaborate with parents and team to deliver high standards

Skills

Kitchen basics

Nutrition awareness

Allergen handling

Team collaboration

Education

Food Safety Level 2

Job description

Join N Family Club as a Flexi Chef in Tunbridge Wells. Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for children, with meals tailored to allergies and dietary needs. You’ll support varied shift patterns to provide nutritious meals and help the nursery team with their lunch and smoothie needs.

You’ll work in a busy nursery kitchen, aiming for excellent nutrition, safety, and teamwork, while mentoring Apprentice Chefs and upholding the company’s high standards.