Nursery Kitchen Chef: Nutritious Home-Cooked Meals

Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd is seeking an experienced Nursery Cook or Chef to prepare home-cooked meals for children aged 6 months to 4 years, following a four-week rolling menu and SFBB/COSHH standards.

You will cover across our 3 settings (Bletchingdon, Eynsham, Farmoor) with 7:30am–1:30pm hours, 51 weeks a year. Own transport is preferred. High standards of cleanliness and the ability to cater for dietary needs are essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced nursery cook or chef with at least one year of professional cooking experience.
• Ability to plan and prepare home-cooked meals for young children.
• Adherence to safety standards (SFBB) and COSHH requirements.
• Ability to cater for dietary requirements and allergies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfasts, lunches, and afternoon snacks daily.
• Provide cover across three nursery settings when needed.
• Collaborate with management and staff to ensure meal quality.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Follow four-week rolling menu and sustainable, low-sugar meals.

Skills

Nursery cook/chef

Food safety

Meal planning

Dietary accommodation

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd is seeking an experienced Nursery Cook or Chef to prepare home-cooked meals for children aged 6 months to 4 years, following a four-week rolling menu and SFBB/COSHH standards.

You will cover across our 3 settings (Bletchingdon, Eynsham, Farmoor) with 7:30am–1:30pm hours, 51 weeks a year. Own transport is preferred. High standards of cleanliness and the ability to cater for dietary needs are essential.