62 nursery cook jobs found in Bristol

Mama Bear's Day Nursery is currently recruiting for a  Cook  to join our friendly setting based in Totterdown, Bristol. Our nursery is a vibrant setting with great transport links, being located close to Bristol Temple Meads. The role involves preparing and cooking fresh breakfasts, home cooked lunches, and teas for babies and young children to a set menu. As well as preparing food, the role will involve stock management, washing up duties and maintaining a clean kitchen. Very high levels of cleanliness and hygiene are required and familiarity with Safer Food Better Business is preferred. Food Hygiene certificate is essential. The ideal Candidate will have experience of cooking in a similar environment. Awareness of allergy’s, dietary requirements and cross contamination is essential. Due to the nature of the role it will be necessary for an enhanced criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children...

Nursery Cook prepares nutritious, balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0-5, ensuring all dietary, allergy, and cultural requirements are met. Responsibilities include maintaining high food hygiene standards (HACCP), managing kitchen stock, ordering supplies, and cleaning to  Environmental Health  standards. They often work 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday, and need a  Food Hygiene Certificate .    Key Responsibilities: Menu Planning & Cooking:  Preparing breakfast, lunch, and snacks, ensuring meals are appealing and nutritious for young children. Dietary Needs:  Managing special dietary requirements, including allergies, intolerances, and religious/cultural preferences. Health & Safety:  Maintaining a hygienic kitchen, including cleaning equipment, recording food temperatures, and following  Health & Safety regulations . Stock Management:  Ordering food and supplies, maintaining inventory, and rotating stock to reduce waste. Compliance:  Ensuring...

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Nursery Cook | Catering for up to 105 children aged 6 weeks-5 years old. Location:  Green Park Day Nursery | Reading | RG2 6UQ (on Green Park Business Park). Contract:  Fixed-term for 12 months (ideally starting in May 2026) | 37.5 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Monday-Friday | Alternating shifts of 07:10-15:40 and 09:00-17:30 Salary:  £25,330.50-£31,200 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.99-£16.00 per hour.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed.     Why join us? Generous annual leave:  23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:   Up to...

We are looking for a caring, passionate person who can prepare home-cooked meals for our children aged 6 months to 4 years. You will support our nursery cooks creating delicious, balanced meals, following our four week rolling menu. Our meals are designed to be sustainably sourced, low sugar and age appropriate. We only serve high quality, low fat, locally sourced meat.   Roles and responsibilities As our new Nursery Cook you will: be available to cover the absences and holidays of our nursery cook team   be able to work both independently and cooperatively with the management Team, nursery staff and the children.  maintain an excellent standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the whole kitchen. be able to cater for the individual dietary requirements of each of the children work to the requirements of Safer Food Better Business requirements and COSHH. have at least 1 year’s professional cooking experience Contract Bank (variable hours) contract -...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Little Buttons Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Little Buttons Day Nursery, Luton . Little Buttons is an Ofsted registered nursery on the outskirts of Luton, set in a converted barn. It is based just over the border in Hertfordshire, surrounded by fields and countryside. The nursery opened in 2008 by the same manager who is running the nursery today. There are currently 15 members of staff and are all paediatric first aid qualified. There is also a full time cook, who provides nutritious home cooked meals. Little Buttons is open 7.30 - 18.30 all year around, only closing for bank holidays. The nursery offers flexible government funding between the hours of 7.30 - 17.30 including the introduction of the new 2 year old funding. Little Buttons has 4 rooms, pre-school / 2.5-3’s / under 2’s and over 2’s....

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth.  Why Choose Family First Flex?  Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive.  What You’ll Love About Us:  Flexibility : Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle....

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth.  Why Choose Family First Flex?  Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive.  What You’ll Love About Us:  Flexibility : Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle....

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship  – BebeTots Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at BebeTots Nursery . At Bebetots we provide high quality childcare for your child and your Peace of Mind. We believe that all children are curious creative and will enjoy learning through play and can develop to their full potential n o two children have the same skills or learning style that is why we create an individual learning plan for each child we look after. We would like to work with you as we value your commitments in order to create a plan that is appropriate for your child, we feel a wide range of activities within the setting can give all children a variety of experience, be it discovering treasure in the sandpit, making new friends, learning to put on their coat or taking their precious creations home for parents or carers to share in their...

Are you a fun, motivated, and enthusiastic individual with a passion for working with children? Look no further! Gooseberry Bush Day Nursery is seeking a passionate and organised Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly team. If you love working with children and would like to be part of a positive, nurturing nursery environment, we would love to hear from you. Benefits of Joining Our Team: Full-time and part-time positions available, with negotiable hours to suit your schedule. Competitive rates of pay. Work alongside an experienced, approachable team dedicated to excellence. Exciting career and training opportunities to further your professional development. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality care and education to children in a nursery setting, ensuring their safety and well-being. Develop and implement engaging activities that promote early childhood learning and development. Communicate effectively with parents and guardians...

Level 2 or Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship  – The Meadows - Cheeky Chimps Childcare Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at  The Meadows - Cheeky Chimps Childcare . The Meadows nursery is based in Stratton, Swindon, at Kingsdown Sports Centre and has been established since 2014.  Over the years we have built a home from home environment to enable the children to feel comfortable and safe to explore and learn through play.  The Owners Gemma and Anthony realised with their 4 children how difficult it was to find childcare for their children which can work around their working hours without costing the earth!  The nursery was setup in 2014 to offer children and their families the opportunity to pick their children’s hours to work around their family needs.  The setting has 3 rooms and care for children between the ages of 0 - 12...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship - Mini VIP's Nursery Shoots Training are currently looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and reliable individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship as a Key Person with Mini VIP's Nursery at their Winchcombe setting. Mini VIP's nursery are  a family run business, a home away from home. As a Mini VIP, your child is treated like one of the family. Our nursery and daycare is a family-run business – and that family ethos is at the heart of everything we do. We have 3 rooms for our Caterpillars 0-24months, Busy Bees 2-3.5 years, Butterflies 3yrs to starting school. We also have a holiday club and wrap around care including breakfast and after school club 4-12 years. Your duties and responsibilities will include; To contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children. This includes creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally,...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Eco Montessori,  Norman Court. Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Eco Montessori West Tytherley,  Norman Court. Eco Montessori Nursery is nestled in the picturesque, rural village of West Tytherley, We are a dedicated early years setting, specialising in the Montessori approach to learning. Our unique curriculum seamlessly blends the principles of the EYFS with Montessori methods, enriching the children’s daily experiences. We welcome children aged 6 months to 5 years, providing a nurturing environment that fosters growth and development at every stage. Why Choose Eco Montessori @ Norman Court Day Nursery? •          Home-from-Home Environment: As a family-run nursery, we provide a warm, nurturing atmosphere where your child feels safe, valued, and part of our close-knit community. •          Focus on the...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle. Simplicity:...

About the role  We’re looking for a brilliant, caring Early Years Educator to join our team at Sunny Days.  As an EYE, you’ll take shared responsibility for the care, welfare, learning and development of  children aged 0–5 in your designated group. Day-to-day, you’ll plan engaging activities, build  strong bonds with children and families, and ensure that every child feels safe, supported and ready  to learn.  You’ll work closely with your colleagues and may step up when required to lead the room in the  absence of the supervisor. Whatever the situation, you’ll always be supported with clear policies, regular training and a leadership team that’s always there to support you. What we’re looking for We look for people who share our core values:  SMILE   – positive, friendly and approachable STRIVE   – open to learning, resilient, high expectations SAFE   – committed to safeguarding and wellbeing  Knowledge &...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle. Simplicity:...

Housekeeper and Nursery Assistant (may include lunchtime cover) Willow Cottage Nurseries are seeking a person to assist in keeping our nurseries clean and operating effectively, as well as providing additional cover for our nursery teams looking after the children during busy periods. Hours  – 25 over 5 days 7.00am - 12.00pm (alternative hours may be available for the right candidate) Start Date  – Open until filled Locations -  There are currently openings at the following locations - Farmoor OX2 9NT - Bletchingdon OX5 3DH Qualification  – Familiarity with COSHH regulations is desirable. Experience  – A successful candidate will probably have had experience working as a housekeeper and be comfortable and confident looking after children aged 0-5. Salary House Keeper and Nursery Assistant - £11.40/hour + Benefits Requires  - See Safeguarding below Responsible to  – Team Leaders, Setting Management Flexible working arrangement We are...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Bizzybeez Childcare Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Bizzybeez Childcare, Poole. A little bit of information about Bizzybeez Childcare  Nurturing environment - Our mission is to provide a safe, homely, fun and caring environment for children to enjoy developmentally appropriate play experiences. A focus on development - We aim to be a holistic child-focused early learning environment that helps children to develop socially, physically, emotionally and cognitively under the care of highly trained professionals in a child-friendly environment. A focus on family - We provide childcare that is flexible to the needs of busy working families and is catered to the child's needs as decided by parents as they know their child best. A play-based learning approach - We create play based learning environments that allow...

Job title:  Trainee Early Years Practitioner    Purpose of post is to learn the below skills Ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted Contribute a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all children in the nursery Work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop. Work towards a full qualification and qualify   Key areas Work with and support children Work as part of a team Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents.   Responsible to: Nursery Manager/Team Leader   Duties and responsibilities To follow the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure To contribute to a programme of activities that meet the individual needs and interests of children in your area in conjunction with other team members...

Job title: Nursery Deputy Manager   Purpose of post Ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted Ensure a high standard of physical, personal, emotional, social and intellectual education and care for all children in the nursery Implement high standards of quality practices through supervisions and support for the team members within the nursery Day-to-day management of the nursery, including quality improvement, marketing and administration.   Key areas High standards of care and early learning of all children Team building and staff management Marketing and business development.   Responsible to: Nursery Directors   Main duties Lead the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure and ensure all team members are able to do the same. Keep up-to-date with relevant safeguarding and child protection training and cascade...

Join Our Passionate Team of Flex Early Years Educators!   We're looking for dedicated, energetic Early Years Educators holding a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education. Whether you're balancing studies, managing childcare, or re-entering the workforce, our internal bank roles offer the perfect mix of flexibility, support, and growth. Why Choose Family First Flex? Since 2019, Family First has been dedicated to becoming the UK's leading childcare provider by placing families - children, parents, and colleagues - at the heart of everything we do. Starting with four nurseries in London, we now operate over 100 locations nationwide. We deliver exceptional, child-centred care and education while nurturing a supportive environment where our teams can thrive. What You’ll Love About Us: Flexibility: Take control of your work schedule by customising your shift patterns to fit your lifestyle. Simplicity:...