Nursery Cook & Kitchen Lead - Healthy Meals, Shifts

Childbase Partnership Limited; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave (pro-rata)

28 days after service

Paid bank holidays

Family childcare savings up to 75%

Discounts via Partnership Rewards

Free meals

Job summary

Childbase Partnership Limited is seeking a Nursery Cook to prepare wholesome meals for up to 115 children at Windermere Day Nursery in Kettering. The fixed-term role runs for 4 months with varied shifts from 07:30 to 18:30, Monday to Friday, at 37.5 hours per week, with a pro-rata salary of £25,330.50–£30,439.50 per annum or £12.99–£15.61 per hour.

You will ensure allergen-aware, nutritious meals, maintain high hygiene standards, and work closely with the Nursery Manager to manage the kitchen

Qualifications

• Experience in professional catering and cooking to a set-menu.
• Ability to provide alternatives for allergies and dietary needs.
• Knowledge of COSHH, allergens, and food safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for up to 115 children daily.
• Manage kitchen budget in partnership with Nursery Manager.
• Lead and mentor Kitchen Assistant.
• Maintain 5-star hygiene standards and safety compliance.

Skills

Food hygiene

Attention to detail

Safeguarding awareness

Budget management

Team collaboration

Job description

Childbase Partnership Limited is seeking a Nursery Cook to prepare wholesome meals for up to 115 children at Windermere Day Nursery in Kettering. The fixed-term role runs for 4 months with varied shifts from 07:30 to 18:30, Monday to Friday, at 37.5 hours per week, with a pro-rata salary of £25,330.50–£30,439.50 per annum or £12.99–£15.61 per hour.

You will ensure allergen-aware, nutritious meals, maintain high hygiene standards, and work closely with the Nursery Manager to manage the kitchen