Nursery Kitchen Lead — Healthy Meals for 100+ Children

Shapes Day Nurseries Limited; Epsom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave plus bank?holida

Regular support from Management and 0

Job summary

Shapes Day Nursery in Epsom is seeking a Nursery Chef to manage daily kitchen operations for up to 100 children aged 3 months to 5 years. You will plan meals, cater for allergies, and ensure compliance with health and safety policies.

The role requires experience cooking for young children, strong communication, and the ability to work with a Kitchen Assistant. Salary £28,000–£34,000 per annum DOE, 5 days a week, 7:30am–5:00pm.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate desirable.
• Experience cooking for young children.
• Understanding and experience of making meals for those with allergies.
• Ability to keep a clean and tidy kitchen and keep records up to date.
• Willingness to work with support of Kitchen Assistant.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring compliance with registration and legislative requirements.
• Plan and prepare meals according to nursery menus and food policies.
• Cater for dietary requirements in line with parental guidance.
• Maintain kitchen procedures and records.
• Liaise with Nursery Manager on ordering kitchen equipment.
• Undertake other catering duties as required by the Nursery Manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Clean kitchen practices

Record keeping

Allergy aware cooking

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Shapes Day Nursery in Epsom is seeking a Nursery Chef to manage daily kitchen operations for up to 100 children aged 3 months to 5 years. You will plan meals, cater for allergies, and ensure compliance with health and safety policies.

The role requires experience cooking for young children, strong communication, and the ability to work with a Kitchen Assistant. Salary £28,000–£34,000 per annum DOE, 5 days a week, 7:30am–5:00pm.