Nursery Chef: Create Healthy, Kid‑Friendly Meals

Family First Nurseries; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday off

Employee wellbeing programme

Refer a Friend bonus

Learning and development opportunities

Grow within Family First Group

Job summary

Woodberry Waterlooville Day Nursery, part of Family First Group, is hiring a Nursery Chef to join our friendly team in Southampton. The role focuses on preparing nutritious meals for children, maintaining high hygiene standards and working within budget.

You will cook age-appropriate meals, accommodate dietary needs, and support children's health and development. The post includes 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £27,435.40 per year and benefits such as a generous annual

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking for children or in a nursery/care setting.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Ability to work with dietary restrictions and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals for children daily.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and adhere to hygiene standards.
• Manage stock and food orders within budget.

Skills

Meal preparation

Food hygiene

Budget management

Dietary requirements

English fluency

Teamwork

Job description

Woodberry Waterlooville Day Nursery, part of Family First Group, is hiring a Nursery Chef to join our friendly team in Southampton. The role focuses on preparing nutritious meals for children, maintaining high hygiene standards and working within budget.

You will cook age-appropriate meals, accommodate dietary needs, and support children's health and development. The post includes 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £27,435.40 per year and benefits such as a generous annual