Nursery Cook: Nutritious Meals, Baking & Flexible Hours

The Old Station Nursery Group; Alcester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount for family care

31 days holiday incl bank holidays and

Enhanced pay for overtime

Career development via The National**

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Alcester is seeking a skilled Cook to join our team. You will prepare nutritious meals for children, plan menus, and help manage food orders while keeping within budget.

Applicants must hold a valid Food and Hygiene Certificate and have knowledge of allergens. The role offers flexible full‑time or part‑time hours and a supportive, community‑focused environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Food and Hygiene Certificate is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of food allergens and dietary requirements is required.
• Experience in scratch cooking, baking, and menu preparation is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for the children.
• Plan menus and manage food orders within budget.
• Create baking activities to support learning with children.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic kitchen in line with health and safety standards.

Skills

Allergen knowledge

Scratch cooking

Baking

Menu planning

Education

Food and Hygiene Certificate

Job description

The Old Station Nursery Alcester is seeking a skilled Cook to join our team. You will prepare nutritious meals for children, plan menus, and help manage food orders while keeping within budget.

Applicants must hold a valid Food and Hygiene Certificate and have knowledge of allergens. The role offers flexible full‑time or part‑time hours and a supportive, community‑focused environment.