Nursery Chef - Nutritious Meals for Kids (Flexible)

Teach; Norwich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Tiny in Norwich is seeking a friendly Chef to join our nursery kitchen team, preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children.

You’ll work with a supportive nursery team, follow Level 2 Food Hygiene standards, cater for allergies, keep the kitchen hygienic, manage stock, and help children discover healthy eating in a joyful environment. We value pride in cooking and the difference good food makes to little ones' days, smiles and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional cooking or catering.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification is essential.
• Experience catering for allergies and dietary requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety and safe food handling.
• Able to work effectively within a nursery team.
• Organised, reliable and capable of managing a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Preparing healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children.
• Creating varied menus packed with nutritious ingredients.
• Catering for allergies and dietary requirements.
• Keeping the kitchen clean, safe and hygienic at all times.
• Managing food stock and minimizing waste.
• Working closely with nursery staff to support children's nutrition.
• Making mealtimes a positive, enjoyable part of the day.

Skills

Professional cooking

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Allergy-aware

Food safety

Organised, reliable

Team player

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Job description

Teach Tiny in Norwich is seeking a friendly Chef to join our nursery kitchen team, preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children.

You’ll work with a supportive nursery team, follow Level 2 Food Hygiene standards, cater for allergies, keep the kitchen hygienic, manage stock, and help children discover healthy eating in a joyful environment. We value pride in cooking and the difference good food makes to little ones' days, smiles and growth.