Nursery Chef: Lead Menu Designer & Kitchen Coach

Care First UK Recruitment Solutions; Bristol; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's services provider in Bristol is seeking a passionate Nursery Chef to create healthy meal options for children. You will design and prepare seasonal menus, guide catering staff, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. This role offers an attractive salary of £28,000 per year along with generous benefits, including childcare discounts and well-being days. Join a nurturing environment that values quality, care, and community, and make a real difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Generous childcare discount

31 days annual leave

Wellbeing Day

Employee benefits portal access

Remote GP appointments access

Cashback on medical expenses

Cash bonus for referrals

Qualifications

• Experience in nurseries, schools, care homes, or hospitals preferred.
• Ability to design and prepare seasonal menus.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare seasonal menus considering feedback from staff.
• Guide catering staff to meet high meal preparation standards.
• Ensure compliance with kitchen and food safety standards.
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding of catering staff.
• Audit nursery kitchens for food safety compliance.

Skills

Menu design

Food safety compliance

Catering management

Strong communication

Nutritional knowledge

Job description

A leading children's services provider in Bristol is seeking a passionate Nursery Chef to create healthy meal options for children. You will design and prepare seasonal menus, guide catering staff, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. This role offers an attractive salary of £28,000 per year along with generous benefits, including childcare discounts and well-being days. Join a nurturing environment that values quality, care, and community, and make a real difference in children's lives.