Nursery Cook

JEM Childcare Solutions; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking an experienced Nursery Cook to create nutritious meals for children at their nursery in High Barnet. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for food preparation and leadership, ensuring high standards in a supportive environment. This full-time position features competitive pay and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

30 days Annual Leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays

Employment Assistance Programme

Paid Training - £10 for each non-mandatory course completed

Enhanced discounted childcare, minimum 60% discount

Flexibility to work around your life commitments

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience as a Chef.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and culinary techniques.

Responsibilities

• Cooking and preparing meals for 70 children.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety.
• Menu planning and recipe development.

Skills

Food Preparation

Nutrition Awareness

Food Safety Regulations

Leadership Skills

Menu Planning

Communication Skills

Education

Food & Hygiene Level Certificate Level 3

Job description

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An experienced Nursery Cook is being sought at our Nursery in High Barnet. We are looking for a skilled Cook to join our team in creating delicious culinary experiences for our children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food preparation, a good awareness of nutrition, healthy eating and ensuring high standards of food safety.

The role is based on a 38 hr working week Monday to Friday with salary c£28k depending on experience, together with loads of great benefits.

Good transport links to this nursery.

The Hyde Nursery is part of the CC Nurseries Group, and is based in High Barnet, in the beautiful Iconic Hyde Institute building. Registered for 88 children our lovely setting is minutes away from lovely green spaces which the Nursery takes full advantage of whatever the weather, together with having access through the nursery to free flow in to their lovely outdoor gardens.

Requirements

Ideally you will have

Previous experience in a similar role;

Food & Hygiene Level Certificate Level 3 ( or at least a level 2)

Proven experience as a Chef

Cooking and preparing meals for 70 children

Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food production, and culinary techniques

Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team

Proficient in menu planning, recipe development, and cost control

Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail

Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with staff at all levels effectively

30 days Annual Leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays and Xmas Closure

Employment Assistance Programme

Sovereign Healthcare Programme (join after 3 months of employment)

Paid Training - £10 paid to you for every non mandatory training course completed and passed on Noodle and Azilo

High street Discounts

Star of the moment awards – be recognised in the moment

Enhanced discounted childcare, minimum of a 60% discount for nursery employees

Annual awards ceremony

Flexibility to work around your life commitments

Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done