Nursery Chef

Banana Moon Day Nurseries; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is on the lookout for a dedicated Nursery Chef to join their vibrant team. In this exciting role, you will prepare and cook nutritious meals tailored to the needs of young children, ensuring a safe and hygienic kitchen environment. Your creativity will shine as you design menus that are not only healthy but also appealing to children. This full-time position offers flexible working hours, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life. If you are passionate about food and nurturing young minds, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cooking role, preferably in a nursery or care home.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene practices and dietary planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals for up to 50 children daily.
• Manage kitchen operations including budgeting and ordering supplies.
• Engage children in cooking sessions and accommodate dietary needs.

Skills

Nutritional Meal Planning

Food Safety and Hygiene

Menu Creation

Organizational Skills

Creativity in Cooking

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2)

Job description

At Banana Moon Day Nurseries, we are currently seeking a skilled and passionate Nursery Chef to join our team. As the Nursery Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking nutritious meals for our nursery children.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Create and execute a menu that follows nutritional guidelines and meets the specific needs of young children
2. Prepare meals for up to 50 children daily, including breakfast, lunch, and late afternoon tea
3. Ensure all meals are prepared and served in a safe and hygienic manner
4. Manage the kitchen, including menu planning, budgeting, and ordering food supplies
5. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety in the kitchen
6. Engage with children during cooking sessions, allowing them to have hands-on experience with food preparation
7. Work closely with the nursery staff to accommodate special dietary requirements and allergies

Requirements:

1. Previous experience in a similar cooking role, ideally within a nursery or care home setting
2. Strong knowledge of safe food handling and hygiene practices
3. Ability to plan menus that are nutritious, balanced, and appealing to young children
4. Excellent organizational skills to manage the kitchen efficiently
5. Creative and adaptable to accommodate different dietary needs and preferences

This is a full-time, permanent position with flexible working hours, Monday to Friday. A valid Food Hygiene certificate at minimum level 2 is required. An enhanced DBS check is also mandatory due to working in a nursery environment.