62 nursery cook jobs found

Assistant Nursery Cook (Part-Time) Shooting Stars Nursery | Kings Norton, Birmingham B30 3QJ 15 hours per week | Monday to Friday | Approximately 11:00am to 2:00pm | Permanent | All Year Round Salary: Up to £12.21 per hour (National Living Wage age-dependent) Are you an experienced Kitchen Assistant or Assistant Cook looking for family-friendly daytime hours? Join our Kings Norton nursery and help prepare healthy meals that support children's growth, development and wellbeing. Shooting Stars Nurseries is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Assistant Nursery Cook to support our kitchen operations at our Kings Norton setting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing nutritious food, maintaining high hygiene standards, and contributing to a positive environment for young children. Working alongside our Nursery Cook, you'll help provide balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0-5 years while ensuring the kitchen and nursery environment remain...

Mama Bear’s Day Nursery is looking for a reliable and experienced Cook to join our friendly team in Speedwell. Our nursery provides a warm, welcoming environment for children aged 3 months to 4 years, and we are committed to offering nutritious, home‑cooked meals every day.   The Nursery Cook will prepare and cook fresh breakfasts, lunches and teas for babies and young children, following a set menu. Duties also include stock management, maintaining a clean kitchen, washing up and ensuring high standards of hygiene at all times.   ⭐ What We’re Looking For ⭐ • Experience cooking in a similar environment (school, nursery, care setting or catering) • Food Hygiene certificate (essential) • Knowledge of allergies, dietary requirements and cross‑contamination  • Familiarity with Safer Food Better Business (preferred)  • High standards of cleanliness and organisation   If you’re passionate about providing...

Temporary Nursery Cook / Chef - Worcester Temporary Contract | Immediate Start | 35 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | £15.20 per Hour At Shooting Stars Nurseries, every day is an opportunity to make a difference to children's lives. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Cook/Chef to join our friendly team at Shooting Stars Worcester on a temporary basis. If you take pride in preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals, enjoy working independently, and understand the importance of catering for children's nutritional, dietary and allergy requirements, we'd love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cook or chef from a nursery, school, care home, hospital, healthcare, hospitality, or catering environment who is available for an immediate start and is looking for a rewarding role where their work directly supports children's health and wellbeing. Role Details Position: Temporary Nursery Cook/Chef Location:...

Nursery Cook - Bromsgrove Part-Time | 15 Hours per Week | 2 Consecutive Days | £15.20 per Hour At Shooting Stars Nurseries , every day is an opportunity to make a difference to children's lives. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Cook/Chef to join our friendly team at our Bromsgrove nursery . If you take pride in preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals, enjoy working independently, and understand the importance of catering for children's nutritional, dietary and allergy requirements, we'd love to hear from you. This role would suit an experienced cook or chef from a nursery, school, care home, hospital, healthcare, hospitality, or catering environment who is looking for a rewarding role where their work directly supports children's health and wellbeing. Role Details Position: Nursery Cook/Chef Location: Shooting Stars Nursery Bromsgrove, B61 0AE Salary: £15.20 per hour Hours: 15 hours per week, worked over 2 consecutive...

Mama Bear's Day Nursery is currently recruiting for a  Cook  to join our friendly setting based in Downend, Bristol. Our setting offers a stimulating, safe and welcoming environment to children and is focused on providing outstanding care to children from 3 months old to 4 years of age.   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...

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 -...

Kitchen Assistant Acorn Early Years – Burton Latimer Nursery  🕙 Hours:  Monday - Friday 12:00-18:00 30 hours per week Acorn Early Years is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our welcoming team at  Burton Latimer  Nursery . This is a vital role supporting the preparation of nutritious, age‑appropriate meals and maintaining a clean, safe and positive kitchen environment for our children. Our nursery in Burton Latimer is the largest within the Acorn group. We provide full and part-time care for up to 92 children aged from four months to four years. Our opening hours are from 7.15 am to 6.15 pm, Monday to Friday, throughout the year. The nursery is situated on a half-acre site next to the football club and sports field. It is purpose-built, featuring large and airy rooms with underfloor heating. Our facility includes spacious indoor areas and an extensive outdoor play space designed for both our Acorns (children under 18...

Overview We are looking for a reliable and proactive Nursery Housekeeper to join our team. The successful candidate will help maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the nursery, ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for children, staff, and families.  Key Responsibilities Prepare and serve children’s nursery teas in line with dietary requirements and allergy policies. Tidy and clean the kitchen area, including washing up and ensuring surfaces are sanitised. Load and unload washing machines and tumble dryers, assisting with laundry duties as needed. Refill essential supplies such as paper towels, soap, and toilet rolls across nursery areas. Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of communal areas. Work as part of a supportive team, while also being confident to work independently and manage own tasks. Follow nursery health & safety, safeguarding, and hygiene procedures at all times. Person...

Level 5  Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship –  Deputy Manager at Little Beans Garland (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Little Beans Garland as a Pre-School Team Leader . Requirements; A Level 3 Childcare qualification is essential  You must be able to gain a clear DBS and  two satisfactory references Must have GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English, or equivalent  Previous experience in a Deputy Manager role is desirable. A strong understanding of the EYFS is essential. Safeguarding experience is highly desirable. Little Beans Garland was designed with a specific vision by the two owners with learning and the environment at the very heart of their project - Little Beans Garland. Every inch designed and set out to maximise free flow and play opportunities for all our...

At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will ideally hold a Level 2 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To work as part of a team and acting as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and...

At Caring Kindergartens, children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are currently looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a fairy godmother one day to firefighter the next, no two days are ever the same.  For this role, you will ideally hold a Level 2 qualification in childcare, be dedicated to your career progression and have the understanding that all children are unique and how their achievements should be celebrated whilst they are made to feel cherished and well cared for. Duties To work as part of a team and acting as key worker for a group of children –observing, recording and assessing their progress and development through the use of observations supported with photographic evidence; To develop high quality interactions with children, to build on and extend their thinking and learning; To plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of play experiences that promotes children’s physical, intellectual and...

Love working with little people? Your next adventure starts here! Nursery Assistant Caring Kindergartens | Little moments. Lasting impact. Big smiles, little discoveries and the chance to make a difference every single day! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to spend your days exploring, creating, laughing and helping little people discover the world around them? At Caring Kindergartens, no two days are ever the same! One minute you could be joining a teddy bear's picnic, the next building the tallest tower, splashing in muddy puddles or helping a little one master a skill they've been practising for weeks. And while there will be plenty of fun, laughter and unforgettable moments along the way, there's something even more rewarding about being part of a child's early years journey: knowing that the care, encouragement and support you give today can help shape their tomorrow. We're looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Nursery Assistant...

New opportunity in South London for an Early Years Practitioner!       Are you an Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about early childhood development and working with young children?       Do you want to work in a nursery that will support and value you, and recognise your hard work and dedication?       Then look no further!       This vibrant and friendly nursery located in Peckham is currently looking for a new Early Years Practitioner to join the welcoming team of staff. Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare is essential for this position and previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting would be desirable.     What makes this nursery a great place to work?  Supportive management team  Bonuses paid throughout the year  Career progression opportunities  Further training provided  Private outdoor garden for extended learning and play  Sensory room and other specialised rooms  Family-feel atmosphere  Friendly, sociable...

Would you like to work in a small, family run setting? We are looking for a committed and passionate Nursery Practitioner to join our team as Maternity Cover from February 2027. This position is based at our Nursery in Sherfield Park Community Centre (Willowdene at Sherfield Park) .This is a one room Nursery catering for 24 children from 2 yrs upwards. The applicant will be working in liaison with Willowdene Nursery School at Chineham ensuring the same high standards of care, education and safety for children. Qualifications - Relevant childcare qualification (Level 3 required), Knowledge of Safeguarding and First Aid qualification desirable - can be completed within role. Responsibilities - To plan, operate and evaluate programme of activities, following the guidelines of the EYFS, using In the Moment planning, that is suitable to the age range of children. Be responsible for key children, recording observations, tracking children's progress and drawing up...

Ready to lead, inspire and make little moments matter? Nursery Deputy Manager Caring Kindergartens | Big hearts. Brilliant teams. Bright futures. Are you ready to take the next step in your Early Years career? Do you have the passion to help children thrive, the confidence to support a team and the ambition to make a real difference every single day? At Caring Kindergartens, we’re looking for a fantastic Deputy Manager to help lead our nursery, inspire our team and create the kind of environment where children, families and colleagues feel they truly belong. This is so much more than a management role. It’s an opportunity to be a positive influence, bring out the best in others and help shape the future of a nursery where children are at the heart of everything we do. If you’re someone who leads with warmth, believes in doing things well and isn’t afraid to roll up your sleeves and get involved, we’d love to meet you! What will you bring to the role?...

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. Requirements; A Level 2 Childcare qualification is required when applying for this role  Experience in a similar role Have GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 in Maths and English 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...

Do you have a genuine passion for leading and nurturing young learners, coupled with proven experience working within a nursery setting? Have you completed your LV2 OR LV3 Early Years Apprenticeship but striving to further your career? WMC Training is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join the professional, rewarding, and supportive team in Lincoln (LN6). The ideal candidate will bring previous experience working with children, a genuine interest in developing the talent of younger generations, and a strong desire to make a difference in children's lives. MUST have experience working at the nursery setting before . You will be a collaborative team member, equally capable of taking initiative, and adept at planning enriching activities. DUTIES To support fellow educators/practitioners to deliver the setting's curriculum and standard of practice. To work towards an early years qualification with support from the setting's staff and training provider....

Big imaginations. Little people. A career that matters. Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Qualified Caring Kindergartens | Helping little people grow, every day. Do you believe the little things you do today can make a big difference tomorrow? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe childhood should be full of curiosity, discovery, laughter and opportunities to grow. Every child is unique, every achievement deserves celebrating, and every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference. One day, you could be helping a budding scientist explore the world around them. The next, joining a teddy bear's picnic, building an incredible den or helping a little one discover the confidence to try something new. And somewhere amongst the paint-covered fingers, muddy wellies, curious questions and proud little smiles, you'll be doing something truly important: helping children build the foundations for their future. We're looking for a passionate, caring and enthusiastic...

Lead with heart. Inspire your team. Help little people thrive. Senior Nursery Practitioner – Team Leader Caring Kindergartens | Where little moments make a big difference. Are you ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and help others shine along the way? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe that exceptional childcare starts with people who care. People who see the potential in every child, bring out the best in their colleagues and understand that the smallest moments can make the biggest difference. From supporting a child's first steps towards independence to helping a colleague develop their confidence, every day brings opportunities to make a lasting impact. We're looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Senior Nursery Practitioner to lead and inspire a team , combining a passion for working directly with children with the confidence to support colleagues and drive high-quality practice. This is an opportunity for someone...

Lead with heart. Inspire your team. Help little people thrive. Senior Nursery Practitioner – Team Leader Caring Kindergartens | Where little moments make a big difference. Are you ready to take the next step in your Early Years career and help others shine along the way? At Caring Kindergartens, we believe that exceptional childcare starts with people who care. People who see the potential in every child, bring out the best in their colleagues and understand that the smallest moments can make the biggest difference. From supporting a child's first steps towards independence to helping a colleague develop their confidence, every day brings opportunities to make a lasting impact. We're looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Senior Nursery Practitioner to lead and inspire a team , combining a passion for working directly with children with the confidence to support colleagues and drive high-quality practice. This is an opportunity for someone...