Nursery Chef: Nutritious, Allergy-Safe Meals & Growth

Willing Care Ltd; Haslemere; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Annual leave with service

Birthday day off

Staff incentives

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Training & development

Team events

Ofsted Good rated setting

Job summary

Willing Care Ltd is seeking an experienced Nursery Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen in a charming nursery setting. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for under-fives, ensuring strict adherence to documented dietary needs and allergies.

The role emphasizes allergen control, high hygiene standards, and collaboration with a warm nursery team to create a caring environment where children thrive.

Qualifications

• Experience as a nursery chef.
• Ability to prepare meals for under-fives.
• Proficient in handling dietary requirements and allergies.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving fresh, balanced meals for under-fives in line with nutritional guidance.
• Ensuring meals adhere to each child's documented allergies and dietary needs.
• Preventing cross-contamination with clearly labelled utensils and separate prep areas.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and hygienic kitchen meeting health standards.
• Managing stock, placing orders, and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Keeping accurate records on food prep, cleaning schedules, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborating with the nursery team to support a warm, caring setting.

Skills

Nursery kitchen experience

Allergen awareness

Food hygiene

Job description

Willing Care Ltd is seeking an experienced Nursery Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen in a charming nursery setting. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals for under-fives, ensuring strict adherence to documented dietary needs and allergies.

The role emphasizes allergen control, high hygiene standards, and collaboration with a warm nursery team to create a caring environment where children thrive.