Nursery Chef: Healthy Meals, Growth & Flexible Hours

Grandir UK Limited; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Christmas shutdown

Flexible working

Refer a Friend bonus

Company pension

Sick pay from day 1

Life assurance

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Grandir UK Limited's Kiddi Caru Nursery in Exeter is seeking a motivated Nursery Chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals for children, while maintaining high hygiene standards. The role runs 7.30am–4.30pm and offers a supportive team, clear progression, and regular pay reviews.

You will tailor menus, cater for dietary requirements, supervise catering staff, and work closely with the nursery team to deliver balanced meals and a safe kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Motivated and enthusiastic chef with interest in child nutrition.
• Previous kitchen experience in a nursery or similar setting is preferred.
• Understanding of dietary requirements and allergies for children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare healthy meals and snacks for children.
• Ensure high standards of kitchen hygiene and safety.
• Work with nursery staff to meet dietary needs.
• Support recruitment and guidance of catering staff.
• Maintain accurate kitchen paperwork and audits.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food hygiene

Dietary requirements

Team player

Job description

Grandir UK Limited's Kiddi Caru Nursery in Exeter is seeking a motivated Nursery Chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals for children, while maintaining high hygiene standards. The role runs 7.30am–4.30pm and offers a supportive team, clear progression, and regular pay reviews.

You will tailor menus, cater for dietary requirements, supervise catering staff, and work closely with the nursery team to deliver balanced meals and a safe kitchen environment.