10 chef jobs found

Chef’s Job Description Be responsible for the delivery of high quality, seasonal, enriching and delicious food for all who attend Naturally Learning     Role Brief   You are responsible for ensuring the food being served at Naturally Learning is nutritionally balanced, seasonal, full of local produce and in line with our ethos & curriculum You must follow the agreed menu & recipes as set out by the Head Chef You are responsible for ensuring your kitchen is kept to the highest standard of cleanliness & in a good state of repair You are responsible for delivering food of the highest quality You must follow all Allergy, Cleaning & COSHH policies & procedures and ensure safe working practices are followed in your kitchen You must complete all necessary Food Safety training and ensure safe working practices are being followed by all staff in your kitchen You must have a clean and up to date DBS certificate...

We are looking for an inspirational Nursery Chef, with a minimum of Level 2 Food Hygiene, to join our Acorn Nursery at our nursery in Emberton. The nursery is set in a small village just outside Newport Pagnell. Children take regular walks to local park and around the village. They are also able to benefit from the nursery’s Outdoor Learning Centre. We’re proud to be one of the leading childcare providers in Milton Keynes, Northampton and Bedford with over 25 years’ experience who specialise in nature pedagogy and promoting the professional development of our employees. We are really proud to have recently been awarded a Top 20 DayNurseries group award. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, great training and progression opportunities, enhanced pension contributions, and 65% childcare discount. As a not-for-profit organisation, Acorn always puts the needs of the children first, meaning you will be working for a business that cares about more than just profit....

Purpose of post To organise, cook and prepare a healthy balanced diet for children from birth to 5 years. Working hours 28 hours a week Monday to Friday 4 afternoons and 1 full day, overtime to help with Holiday and sick leave.  Key areas Provision of food Hygiene, health and safety.   Responsible to Nursery Manager/Deputy Manager   Main duties To be the budget holder for the provision of food and associated goods for the nursery To be responsible for the purchase of such provisions To keep weekly accounts of such expenditure To be responsible in conjunction with the Manager for planning healthy and balanced menus To prepare meals according to individual dietary requirements where necessary To ensure meals/snacks are safely prepared, nutritionally balanced, of good quality and appropriate in quantity following recommendations in Welsh Government Food and Health Guidelines for Early Years and Child...

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 -...

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 (starting in May/June 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:  £24,316.50-£29,971.50 per annum (pro-rata) | £12.47-£15.37 per hour.  We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 43-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...

Looking to further your Early Years Career? Then look no further! This could be the perfect role for you. We are looking for an experienced Preschool Room Leader to join the team at this vibrant family-run nursery in Catford, South London. This is a lovely nursery that truly cares about every member of staff, taking time to listen to feedback from everyone and working together to help everyone achieve their own professional goals and aspirations! Staff can also enjoy breaks in their own staff room, located away from the main building in the tranquil garden, and take the time to relax and unwind from the intensity of their work.  Benefits include: £500 bonus should the nursery retain the Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING 25 days holiday, plus 8 days bank holidays paid Birthday off after one year of service (paid) Option to ‘sell back’ up to 5-days of annual leave Reward and recognition scheme Good pension scheme Free lunches prepared by in-house chef Awards for...

Yüme Wandsworth Nursery & Preschool is a progressive independent nursery beautifully located right next to the Wandsworth Park and Thames River in Putney, London. With good proximity (10mins walk) to Wandsworth Station and East Putney Station. Please check out our website at www.yumeschool.com. We are looking for multi-talented, experienced strong passionate professional to develop their career path with challenging but rewarding growth opportunities. This post is for qualified/Unqualified nursery educator who holds relevant UK Early Years. About the position Your role: • Supporting children's development through the provision of safe, stimulating child-centred learning and play • Delivering activities to support and extend children’s learning and development outcomes • Monitoring, assessing and recording children’s progress • Planning and delivering next steps to support children’s development • Being a responsible Key person of enrolled...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Westlands Nursery & Pre-school Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Westlands Nursery & Pre-school, Kilkhamton. Here at Westlands, we understand the importance of the welfare and development of all young children. We have developed our setting from scratch to deliver outstanding care and education. Families can be reassured that their children will be cared for in a safe, supportive and stimulating environment with emphasis on outdoor learning and a love of nature. We are Registered for ‘59’ children open 50 weeks of the year, 11 hrs a day/ 5 days a week. Our sessions start from 8-6 pm with breakfast/supper club starting the day at 7.30am and extending to 6.30pm. All snacks, homemade chef-cooked hot meals, nappies and wipes are included. Our Nursery Wetlands’ modern, spacious building offers a friendly,...

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 3 Secondary Room Leader/ Senior Nursery Practitioner to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and a strong commitment to providing high-quality care and learning experiences for children. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a vital role in fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that promotes the development of young children. Duties Provide attentive and compassionate care for children aged 0-5 years, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. Plan and implement engaging educational activities that support the developmental needs of each child. Observe and assess children's progress, documenting their achievements and identifying areas for improvement. Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to build strong relationships and promote a collaborative environment. Manage daily routines, including meal times, nap times,...

Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – First Steps Nursery - Redhill Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at First Steps Nursery - Redhill. Welcome to First Steps! Founded in 1991, we offer exceptional childcare for babies, toddlers and preschooler’s from six months up to five years in a fun, stimulating learning environment. Our nursery building has been specifically designed with children in mind, complete with a purpose built preschool. We have four bright and modern age specific play rooms and our nursery boasts a large outdoor area with plenty of outdoor space allowing the children lots of room to explore their outdoor learning environment. A little bit about us: Our rooms are resourced with age appropriate items such as arts & crafts, sand and water play, book corners, role play and sensory resources which provide a stimulating environment....