Nursery Chef

Trades Workforce Solutions; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery catering service in Maidstone is seeking a full-time Kitchen Manager to plan and prepare nutritious meals for children. The ideal candidate will have recent catering experience, a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate, and strong knowledge of nutrition. In this role, you will ensure dietary needs are managed safely while promoting children's health and wellbeing through food. Benefits include discounted childcare and additional health support.

Benefits

Discounted childcare

Life assurance

Christmas break

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Candidates must have recent catering experience in a nursery or school.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or equivalent is required.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and menu planning is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily meals and snacks using fresh ingredients.
• Cater for allergies and dietary needs safely.
• Maintain excellent hygiene and food safety standards.
• Support the nursery's focus on children's health through nutrition.

Skills

Recent catering experience

Knowledge of nutrition

Menu planning

Ability to work independently

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or equivalent

Job description

Location: Junior's Day Nursery Boughton Monchelsea

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Work in a nursery where nutrition plays a key part in children’s daily experience. You will plan and prepare meals and snacks using fresh ingredients, ensuring dietary needs and allergies are managed safely. The role is full‑time, permanent, and pays £24,300 per year.

Before You Apply

• Candidates must have recent catering experience, ideally in a nursery, school, or similar setting.
• A Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or equivalent is required.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and menu planning is essential.
• Pay: £24,300 per year
• Contract: Permanent
• Setting: Nursery – early years catering

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Work in a well‑resourced nursery with a focus on child development.
• Use creativity in menu planning and meal preparation.
• Staff benefits include discounted childcare, life assurance, Christmas break, and health and wellbeing support.

What You’ll Need

• Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or equivalent.
• Experience in catering, preferably within a nursery or school.
• Knowledge of nutrition, allergies and мов menu planning for children.
• Ability to work independently and manage kitchen responsibilities.
• Additional food safety or nutrition training.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and prepare daily meals and snacks using fresh, natural ingredients.
• Cater for allergies and dietary needs safely and thoughtfully.
• Maintain excellent hygiene and food safety standards.
• Manage kitchen stock and supplies efficiently.
• Support the nursery’s focus on children’s health and wellbeing through nutrition.

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly for a conversation about the role.
The process is straightforward and professional, with clear next steps communicated at each stage.