Nursery Chef: Create Healthy Meals for Little Ones

Family First Nurseries Group; Colchester; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave plus bank (=hols)

Birthday off

Employee wellbeing and assistance

Tailored learning and development

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Supportive and welcoming team

Opportunities to grow within Family F

Job summary

Family First Nurseries Group is seeking a Nursery Chef for Just Imagine Day Nursery in Colchester. You will join a friendly team and deliver nutritious meals in a safe, welcoming environment, contributing to children’s health and happiness.

The role requires cooking in a domestic or commercial kitchen, knowledge of food safety and dietary needs, and a commitment to high hygiene standards. A supportive team and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing meals in a domestic or commercial kitchen.
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations and food safety practices.
• Ability to cater for diverse dietary requirements and allergies.
• Fluent spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook fresh, nutritious meals daily for children.
• Cater to dietary requirements, allergies and cultural needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, hygienic kitchen in line with Food Hygiene regulations.
• Follow Red, Amber and Green Plate procedures.
• Complete daily hygiene records and cleaning schedules.
• Manage stock and food orders within budget.
• Ensure health and safety standards are consistently met.

Skills

Fluent English

Food hygiene knowledge

Budgeting for catering

Dietary requirements awareness

Tools

COSHH regulations

Job description

Family First Nurseries Group is seeking a Nursery Chef for Just Imagine Day Nursery in Colchester. You will join a friendly team and deliver nutritious meals in a safe, welcoming environment, contributing to children’s health and happiness.

The role requires cooking in a domestic or commercial kitchen, knowledge of food safety and dietary needs, and a commitment to high hygiene standards. A supportive team and development opportunities are offered.