Nursery Kitchen Assistant – Daytime Mon-Fri, 15h/wk

Shooting Stars; Hawkesley; Hybrid; GBP 9,600 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Shooting Stars Nurseries in Kings Norton is seeking an Assistant Nursery Cook to support our busy kitchen and provide nutritious meals for children aged 0-5. The role offers 15 hours per week across weekdays, permanent and family-friendly daytime hours.

You will work alongside our Nursery Cook, maintain high hygiene standards, manage dietary requirements, and help deliver balanced meals while keeping the kitchen safe and welcoming. Training and development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a commercial catering kitchen or similar setting
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices
• Reliable, organised and able to work efficiently
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving healthy meals and snacks
• Support management of dietary requirements and food allergies
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety and presentation
• Help ensure children receive nutritious, balanced meals each day
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils and food preparation areas
• Assist with stock checks, stock rotation and storage of deliveries
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery kitchen
• Follow food safety procedures and kitchen protocols at all times
• Complete daily cleaning schedules to a high standard
• Support general housekeeping duties within the nursery when required
• Ensure a clean, safe and hygienic environment throughout the setting
• Assist with waste disposal and recycling procedures

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Shooting Stars Nurseries in Kings Norton is seeking an Assistant Nursery Cook to support our busy kitchen and provide nutritious meals for children aged 0-5. The role offers 15 hours per week across weekdays, permanent and family-friendly daytime hours.

You will work alongside our Nursery Cook, maintain high hygiene standards, manage dietary requirements, and help deliver balanced meals while keeping the kitchen safe and welcoming. Training and development opportunities are available.