Nursery Chef — Nutritious Mealtimes & Safe Kitchen Leader

Kindred Nurseries; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Nurseries is seeking a Nursery Chef to prepare nutritious meals and maintain a safe, welcoming kitchen environment for young children. You will ensure dietary needs are met, follow health & safety policies and contribute to positive mealtime experiences.

Join a team that supports children’s health and development, with opportunities for training and career development within a caring nursery setting.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A friendly, positive approach when working with children, families and colleagues.
• A good understanding of food safety, health & safety and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals in line with Kindred menus and Safer Food Better Business guidance.
• Ensure all children’s dietary requirements and allergies are catered for safely, providing suitable alternatives where required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen, following food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Complete daily cleaning schedules and maintain accurate kitchen records.
• Serve meals in line with nursery routines.
• Manage laundry duties where required.
• Monitor food, kitchen and cleaning supplies, reporting or ordering replacements as needed.
• Use appropriate signage to identify potential hazards and maintain a safe working environment
• Follow Kindred’s Health & Safety policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements at all times.
• Create positive, homely mealtime experiences for children.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Participate in staff meetings, training and nursery events.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Friendly approach with children and  

Food safety awareness

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Kindred Nurseries is seeking a Nursery Chef to prepare nutritious meals and maintain a safe, welcoming kitchen environment for young children. You will ensure dietary needs are met, follow health & safety policies and contribute to positive mealtime experiences.

Join a team that supports children’s health and development, with opportunities for training and career development within a caring nursery setting.