Nursery Chef

Kindred Nurseries; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery organization in Epping Forest is seeking a Nursery Chef to provide nutritious meals while maintaining hygiene standards in a nurturing environment. This full-time role requires a passion for food and compliance with dietary requirements. The competitive salary is £12.70-£13.25 per hour, complemented by excellent benefits including childcare discounts and well-being perks.

Benefits

Birthday Off

Fully Paid Sick Days

Cashback Health Plan

Retail Discounts

Recognition & Rewards

Holiday Break

50% Childcare Discount

Qualifications

• Passion for nutritious and tasty food.
• Previous experience working in catering.
• Demonstrate values in your work.

Responsibilities

• Ensure children's dietary needs are being met.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and health.
• Prepare plates and cutlery for meals.
• Daily cleaning of the nursery.

Skills

Passion for nutritious food

Experience in catering

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Overview

24/7 Virtual GP Access: Get medical advice at your convenience with free virtual GP appointments and cashback on prescriptions.

24/7 Counselling Support: Access emotional, financial, and debt advice whenever you need it through our 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.

Discounted Gym Membership: Stay fit and healthy with special rates at local gyms.

Personal Financial Advisor Access: Get expert advice to help you manage your finances wisely.

Pension Discovery: Don\'t leave money behind-find your lost pensions with our help!

Learning Platform Access: Enhance your financial understanding and gain valuable skills with our extensive learning resources.

Responsibilities

• The key responsibilities for a Nursery Chef is to:
• Ensure all children\'s dietary needs are being met
• Ensure high standards of hygiene, health and safety are maintained
• Daily cleaning such as floors, walls, and countertops
• Prepare plates/cutlery for all rooms at mealtimes
• Collect all dirty dishes from rooms, wash and put them away

Qualifications

• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate (desierable not essential as full training will be given)
• A passion for nutritious and tasty food
• Previous experience working in catering
• To demonstrate our values in everything you do

About Kindred Nurseries

Kindred Nurseries is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a passion for creating a friendly and inclusive place to work. Our mission is to create inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder, our recent double award win at Nursery World and NMT shows that we are the place to work.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do

We are Always Learning
We are Inspirational
We have a Family Feel

Safeguarding

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Details

This is a full-time position requiring the successful candidate to flexibly work 40 hours Monday to Friday to cover maternity leave for up to 12 months. This role is offering a competitive salary £12.70-£13.25 per hour, an extensive benefits package and the opportunity to feed your passion for growth and development.

Working Environment

Working in a winning nursery, voted the UK\'s top nursery group you will join a team of passionate, inspiring nursery nurses who are shaping the future generation to have a love for lifelong learning.

What we can offer you

Unlock a World of Benefits with Us!

• Birthday Off: Celebrate YOU with an extra day off on your special day!
• Fully Paid Sick Days: Take care of yourself without any worries - 6 fully paid sick days mean you can focus on your health.
• Cashback Health Plan: Stay healthy with our comprehensive cashback plan covering dental, opticians, physio, and alternative therapies.
• Retail Discounts Galore: Enjoy exclusive discounts from over 200 brands-shop smart and save big!
• Recognition & Rewards: Shine bright with our annual awards and recognition schemes that celebrate your hard work and dedication.
• Holiday Break: Enjoy a stress-free time with days off between Christmas and New Year.
• 50% Childcare Discount: Because we understand that family comes first, enjoy half off on childcare expenses!