13 Catering jobs - February 2024

NURSERY COOK, Worcester At Shooting Stars Nurseries every day is a new adventure, and we are on the lookout for passionate and enthusiastic individuals who share our love for early years learning and nurturing young minds.  Do you get a buzz from delivering high quality home cooked meals to children aged 0 - 5? If you are passionate about imbedding healthy eating practises from a younger age, helping children to understand healthy choices and delivering food options in an exciting and attractive way this might just be the job for you! Role: Nursery Chef Location: Shooting Stars Nursery Worcester, 15 Barbourne Terrace, Worcester, WR1 3JR Hours: 32.5 hours per week over 5 days.  The nursery is open Monday to Friday, between 7.30am to 6pm all year round except bank holidays. Salary: £14.50p/h   Essential Experience: · Cook in charge experience, menu planning, costing, purchasing and safe food storage. · Experience in preparing and serving...

Nursery Lunch Time Assistant Hours: 20 hours per week (11am - 3pm everyday)  Please note this is  not  a term time only role Do you love the outdoors? Do you like being outside in all weathers? Are you happy to get stuck in? Then Small People Nursery is the perfect place for you. Small People is an outdoor nursery based on a Forest School approach. Small People  are passionate about providing rich, varied and spontaneous experiences which actively engage our children. Small People offers an  exciting open air learning environment  where children have the freedom to explore, be physically active, We are committed, as an organisation and an employer, to a policy of equal opportunities and inclusion in terms of recruitment, training and service delivery. It has an innovative and inspiring approach to early childhood education, where each child is valued as strong, capable and resilient, rich with deep curiosity and potential. Small People Nursery are looking for...

Deputy Kitchen Manager Location: Tops Wimborne, Wimborne Pay rate: £14.60 per hour  Contracted Hours:  35 hours per week/Full time (6am - 1pm) “Staff well-being is valued and nurtured. The provider offers staff opportunities to celebrate their achievements and contributions. These include staff nominations on the 'Each Person Scheme' and special award nights to recognise both individual and nursery achievements.”- OFSTED recent feedback   Why You’ll Love Working with Us At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our family: Annual Bonus Scheme : As an Employee-Owned Company, you’ll share in our success. Each May, you’ll have the opportunity to receive a bonus from our profit shares. Childcare Discount : Enjoy up to 60% off childcare within Tops Day Nurseries, making it easier for you to balance work and family...

We are hiring a chef/cook to join our team in September 2025. We provide homemade cooked dinners and puddings for our children after school club Monday to Friday. term time only. hours would be 1.30-5.30pm plus 2 hours admin for shopping deliveries and ordering.  Benefits Uniform provided  Support from Manager and Senior Management team 

Woodberry Day Nursery Nursery Lunch cover/Kitchen Assistant 36.15 hours per week 10.00am - 6.00pm Monday - Friday Salary ranging from £10.00 - £12.21 per hour depending on qualifications and experience Established in 1997, Woodberry Fawley is a purpose-built nursery set in a stunning location on the edge of the New Forest. With a spacious, nature-rich environment, we provide endless opportunities for discovery, learning, and play.Our setting is designed to support children at every stage of their early years journey, with dedicated spaces for different age groups. We also offer a specially designed sensory room, creating a calming and engaging environment for exploration and development.The nursery boasts a large outdoor area that wraps around the building, allowing children to enjoy fresh air, movement, and adventure every day....

Nursery Chef 40 hours per week Full Time, Permanent, All year round £28,163.20 per annum Ellingham House Day Nursery is set in a stunning Georgian country house on the outskirts of the New Forest National Park, conveniently located on Ellingham Drive with excellent commuter links via Salisbury Road. We also provide a car park for staff parking. This Tranquil setting is surrounded by 2.5 acres of picturesque lawns and woodland, allowing children to explore, run, and develop their climbing and balancing skills in the beloved ‘bear cave.’ The nursery is also home to two adorable Valais Blacknose sheep, Baarbara and Soozie, giving children the opportunity to learn about animal care and safety firsthand. We provide a welcoming and nurturing atmosphere with rooms thoughtfully designed and recently refurbished for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our nursery offers a ‘home-from-home’ feel, where children feel comfortable and supported as they grow and explore....

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. At Childbase Partnership we have been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Our mission is to give children the best possible start in life and instil a lifelong passion for learning.  Across all 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and our Training Academy of Excellence, our dedicated colleagues work together to create a lasting, positive impact in our local communities. We are determined to be excellent  and constantly strive for the best outcomes, not only for the children in our care but for every colleague too .  What makes us special? We are 100% employee-owned  – which means we are all partners, we all have a  meaningful voice,   and we  own our future   (this includes sharing profits too, tax-free). Sector leading initiative: “Partnership Reward Days”  – going the extra mile to promote a healthy work/life balance for you with up to an extra 20 days paid leave a year, meaning...

Fordingbridge Day Nursery and Pre-school Nursery Lunch cover/Kitchen Assistant 26 hours per week 9.00am - 2.00pm Monday - Thursday and  8.00-2.00pm Friday Salary ranging from £10.00 - £12.21 per hour depending on qualifications and experience About us:  Fordingbridge Day Nursery, part of the Family First Nursery Group offers a happy and emotionally secure environment where children in our care can trust us to meet their emotional and physical needs, where they have the freedom to develop at their own pace, and know they will be valued for who they are.The nursery had 4 children’s rooms designed to suit their developmental needs from the ages of 3months – 5 years. Each of the rooms has direct access to beautiful and large outdoor space to play and explore the natural world.                                                                            If you love childcare as much as we do, you’ll fit right in. We know that choosing your next career move...

--- Family run! ·· Supportive Management and team! ·· 50% Employee Discount! ·· CPD opportunities and Salary Reviews! ·· Lots of training opportunities! ·· Staff Member of the term £200 voucher opportunity! ··· 31 days holiday (increases with service, up to 36 days) ·· Wellbeing Support ---  We are looking for a friendly Chef on a maternity cover basis  who has a passion for nutrition and excellence in the kitchen to join our well established Nursery in South Croydon. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a nurturing environment where your cooking truly makes a difference! Main Responsibilities: Catering to individual dietary requirements and needs. Prepare delicious nutritious meals! Keep the kitchen clean and beautifully organised. Washing dishes, utensils, pots and pans. Meet high quality hygiene standards. Manage food stock and kitchen documentation. We are looking for someone who… Truly cares about good food! Has...

Poppies Holmer Green Day Nursery  Nursery Practitioner  £27,060.80 per annum.  40 hours per week Poppies Holmer Green is a warm and inviting nursery located on the outskirts of High Wycombe, directly opposite the Holmer Green Sports Association. With excellent accessibility by both car and public transport, it’s a convenient choice for families. The nursery offers a wide range of enriching extra-curricular activities, including Moo Music sessions, sensory play, physical sports activities, and French lessons provided by The Little Language Academy. Children also enjoy a spacious outdoor area, complete with a nature zone, a mud kitchen, and the opportunity to interact with the nursery’s very own chickens, providing a hands-on experience that encourages exploration and discovery. This vibrant setting fosters both creativity and learning, making it an ideal place for young minds to thrive. We are currently seeking a Level 3 Practitioner to join our team. This...

Brimpton House Nursery  Salary:  £14,872 per annum  Hours: 11am - 4pm  |  25 hours per week | Monday – Friday  Start Date:  May/June 2025 Level 2 Childcare Qualification Essential  Brimpton House Nursery based in Kelvedon, Colchester are seeking a Nursery Housekeeper/ Kitchen Assistant to come and join the team.  Your roles and responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Working alongside our busy childcare team  General cleaning in a variety of rooms including bahrooms to ensure exceptionally high quality  Lunch cover support within the rooms to allow the team to take their breaks Supporting the chef in the kitchen when needed as a Kitchen Assistant This position is working 25 hours per week - 11am - 4pm Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual Leave:  Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday...

Roaming Relief Chef Pay rate: £14 per hour Contracted Hours: Bank hours ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a relief chef to join the catering team at Tops Day Nurseries. Roaming between our eight kitchens across the whole of the south of the UK, t he perfect candidate will have great cookery skills and experience along with a positive attitude and passion for food. With many company benefits we would also include accommodation when travelling to our kitchens further afield, a meal allowance and paid mileage. Our cook’s help to produce high standards of meals and food following the company ethos, in line with seasonal availability, financial budgets and reducing carbon footprint/sustainable purchasing. Keen to work within a team and understand other people’s needs. Will follow all systems set by Tops including recipes, allergens, and label procedures and will assist in achieving food budgets. In joining us, you’ll also become part of our...

Nursery Cook - Coton Day Nursery Coton Day Nursery is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Cook to join our team! This is a year-round position working 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday working either 9am-1pm or 10am-2pm. You’ll prepare nutritious meals for up to 24 children each day, ensuring a safe and healthy dining experience. Some experience cooking for children is required, and familiarity with Environmental Health Officer (EHO) guidelines would be an advantage. Our setting is in the heart of the community with a homely kitchen to yourself we are looking for someone to take the lead on cooking our nutritional, healthy and balanced meals for our children each day! Come and join the team to make a difference!  The role offers an hourly salary of £11.94 If you’re passionate about providing delicious, balanced meals in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you! Nursery Cook main duties and responsibilities*: Keep the kitchen...