Nursery Chef

Fennies Nurseries; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fennies Nurseries is seeking a dedicated Nursery Chef to prepare nutritional meals for children at our Purley location. The ideal candidate will have experience in food hygiene and meet children's dietary requirements. Join a family-run organization that values quality childcare and restaurant standards while providing growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for growth and development

Focus on quality childcare and early years education

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing nutritious meals for children.
• Knowledge of nutrition legislation for children's meals.
• Ability to train kitchen staff on hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook balanced meals for children.
• Train Kitchen Assistants in health & safety and hygiene.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and manage stock.

Skills

Catering for children's dietary requirements

Food hygiene and safety practices

Education

Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate

Allergen Training

Job description

Position: Nursery Chef

Salary: Up to £32,000

Location: Christchurch Road, Purley CR8 2NL

Hours: 40 hours, Mon – Fri, 7am - 4pm

Reports to: Catering Manager

Required: A Level 2/3 Food Hygiene Certificate

As a nursery chef, you'll prepare and cook nutritional and balanced meals and desserts for all the children in the nursery and make substitutions depending on each individual's dietary requirements.

You’re the best at …

• Preparing well-balanced and nutritious meals (including purees) in accordance with agreed menu plans for all the children that attend our nurseries
• Training the Kitchen Assistants in all areas, particularly in health & safety and hygiene
• Undertaking daily cleaning schedule, such as mopping, sweeping, wiping surfaces, and cleaning cookers, kitchen equipment, crockery and cutlery
• Keeping paperwork and records up to date to be used for future reference for the safety of everyone consuming food
• Taking stock of all dry and frozen foods before an order and communicating this with the Head Chef
• Monitoring wastage at all nurseries and changing the menu accordingly if a meal is unpopular
  
  

You will need…

• How to cater for children’s dietary requirements by following up-to-date legislation regarding nutrition and through your knowledge of catering for children
• The requirements for receiving the highest rating from the local council’s Environmental Health Department to maintain the high standards already in the setting
• How to implement all relevant policies and procedures
• You’ll have a L2/L3 Food Hygiene certificate (Required)
• You’ll have completed your Allergen Training
  
  

Why Fennies

• Family At Our Core: We are a family-founded and run organisation that’s sole purpose is to support the team to ‘Come Together’ as a community where you’re more than just a number.
• Investing To Be The Best: We’re committed to investing in both our people and our company, by offering outstanding resources and growth opportunities, all while driving positive change in the sector and helping talent flourish.
• Support Function: Behind the scenes, our support team—covering everything from education to HR, marketing to finance—keeps things running smoothly so onsite staff can focus on making sure you can focus solely on providing quality childcare and Early Years education.
• Environments: A harmonious work environment where all members of the team are encouraged to ‘Be Yourself’ to help you grow into the best version of yourself.
  
  

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re excited about the opportunity to work in a supportive, dynamic, and rewarding environment, apply today and become a part of the Fennies family!

Diversity & Inclusion

At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. A diverse workforce brings a wealth of perspectives, driving innovation and excellence. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Fennies Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and proof of identity will be required.

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