Nursery Cook

Sweet Peas Day Care & Teaching Nurseries Ltd; Rothwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing day care provider in Rothwell is seeking a reliable Nursery Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children. The ideal candidate will have experience in a kitchen, a good understanding of food hygiene, and a passion for working with children. This full-time position offers £12.50 per hour, supportive training, and progression opportunities in a family-feel environment.

Benefits

Free nutritious meals while you work

Ongoing training and support

Clear development and progression opportunities

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or catering role.
• Level 2 Food Safety preferred or willingness to complete training.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce meals and snacks to a high standard.
• Ensure all meals meet dietary and allergy requirements.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Support menu planning and food orders.

Skills

Friendly

Reliable

Good understanding of food hygiene

Organised

Team player

Job description

Nursery Cook
Sweet Peas Day Care & Teaching Nurseries – Rothwell
£12.50 per hour | Full-time | Monday to Friday

Sweet Peas Rothwell cares for children from 12 weeks to 5 years in our vibrant, purpose-built Day Care and Teaching Nursery. Our Rothwell team prides itself on providing a nurturing, homely environment where children thrive — and mealtimes are a huge part of that.

We’re looking for a caring, reliable, and organised Cook to run our lovely nursery kitchen day to day. You’ll prepare and serve healthy, nutritious meals for our children, ensuring every dish meets dietary needs and follows Sweet Peas policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce meals and snacks to a high standard for our children
• Ensure all meals meet dietary, allergy, and portion requirements
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment
• Wash and store utensils and equipment after use
• Receive and store deliveries correctly, checking stock and use‑by dates
• Support the Catering & Hospitality Manager with menu planning and food orders
• Work closely with the nursery team to ensure every child’s needs are met

About You

• Friendly, reliable, and caring, with a genuine love for working in a childcare setting
• Experience in a kitchen or catering role (nursery or school experience is an advantage but not essential)
• Good understanding of food hygiene (Level 2 Food Safety preferred or willingness to complete training)
• Organised, tidy, and attentive to detail
• A team player who’s always happy to help where needed

Why Join Sweet Peas

• £12.50 per hour
• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Free nutritious meals while you work
• Ongoing training and support from our Catering Manager
• Clear development and progression opportunities
• Supportive, family‑feel environment where you’ll be valued and encouraged

Location: Sweet Peas Day Care & Teaching Nursery, Rothwell
Hours: Monday to Friday

If this sounds like you, apply today and become part of the Sweet Peas team.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking