Nursery Cook

The Old Station Nursery Group; Barnt Green CP; On-site; GBP 15,002 - 21,366; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount on childcare

31 days of holiday

Career development access

Flexible working hours

Volunteer day off

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group is looking for an experienced Nursery Cook at our Barnt Green location to prepare and serve nutritious meals for children. The role includes menu planning and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Enjoy perks like free childcare for the first month and generous holiday allowances.

Applicants should have a Food and Hygiene certificate and experience with allergens. Join a warm, family-oriented environment that values your passion for cooking and care for children.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing and cooking delicious meals.
• Previous experience of working with allergens.
• A Food and Hygiene certificate.
• Drive, passion, and care for your work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve delicious, nutritious meals for the children.
• Plan menus and manage food orders, ensuring everything stays within budget.
• Create fun learning experiences by engaging in baking activities with the children.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic kitchen environment.

Skills

Cooking experience

Knowledge of allergens

Food and Hygiene certificate

Menu planning

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Cook!

At Barnt Green, we’re looking for an experienced Cook to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together! To be considered for this position, candidates must hold a valid Food and Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate strong knowledge of food allergens and dietary requirements. Previous experience in scratch cooking, baking, and menu preparation is also required. Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Enhanced Pay for Overtime: Your hard work deserves recognition.
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses.
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts and wellbeing tools.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay

£13.20 - £13.20 per Hour

Working Hours

10am-4.30pm Monday- Friday (32.5 hours per week)

Location

42 Sandhills Road, Barnt Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 8NR

What Your Role Involves

• Prepare and serve delicious, nutritious meals for the children.
• Plan menus and manage food orders, ensuring everything stays within budget.
• Create fun learning experiences by engaging in baking activities with the children.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic kitchen environment in line with health and safety standards.

What You’ll Bring To The Role

• Experience preparing and cooking delicious meals
• Previous experience of working with allergens
• A Food and Hygiene certificate
• Drive, passion and care for your work

About Our Nursery

Nestled in a converted house, Barnt Green nursery offers a cosy, home-like atmosphere. With five rooms light and spacious rooms and access to three outdoor spaces, children have ample room to learn and develop. Our intimate size sets us apart and created our unique ethos. Each member of our nursery team knows every child and family by name, creating a warm, welcoming environment akin to a second family. Barnt Green is conveniently located just 30 minutes from Birmingham city centre and a short 5-minute walk from Barnt Green train station. There is ample parking across the road for your convenience.

Application Note

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.