Nursery Chef

Overview

Tik Tak Childcare is looking for a reliable, caring person to prepare meals and help keep our nursery clean and welcoming. We care for approximately 40 children, from babies to pre-school age.

You will prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks, adapting food to children’s ages, allergies and dietary needs. You will also keep the kitchen clean and organised, maintain food safety records, and carry out daily housekeeping tasks around the nursery.

Duties

• Plan and prepare daily/weekly menus that meet nutritional guidelines and cater to dietary restrictions of children in the nursery
• Cook and serve fresh, wholesome meals and snacks in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including proper storage of ingredients and utensils
• Monitor food quality, taste, presentation, and portion sizes to ensure consistency and appeal
• Collaborate with nursery staff to coordinate meal times and accommodate special dietary needs or allergies
• Follow all food safety procedures, including proper handling, storage, and disposal of food items
• Assist with inventory management by ordering supplies and tracking stock levels to ensure timely availability of ingredients

Experience

• Proven experience in food preparation and cooking within a professional kitchen setting
• Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in meal preparation for young children
• Previous experience working in a nursery, childcare facility, or similar environment is highly desirable
• Familiarity with culinary techniques suitable for preparing nutritious meals for children
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in meal planning and kitchen management
• Serving experience or background in hospitality or restaurant environments is a plus

Join us as a Nursery Chef and play a vital role in fostering healthy eating habits while creating joyful mealtime moments for our children. Your culinary skills will help shape positive experiences that support their growth, development, and well-being every day!

Relevant food hygiene training is welcome. The successful candidate will be required to complete the nursery’s safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Pay: £13.50-£14.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person