Nursery Chef

Nursery Chef SE6, London Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am 5:30pmAbout the Opportunity Join a warm, fast-paced early years setting where your cooking truly makes a differenceTake ownership of a busy kitchen serving fresh, nutritious meals dailyBe part of a supportive team that values quality, care, and consistency What You ll Be Doing Preparing and cooking healthy, balanced meals for around children and staffDelivering meals on time, following structured menus with care and creativityAdapting dishes to meet allergies, dietary needs, and cultural preferencesWorking closely with a kitchen assistant to keep daily operations running smoothlyTaking full responsibility for a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen and dining spaceKeeping all equipment, utensils, and storage areas spotless and in orderMonitoring kitchen supplies, reducing waste, and ensuring stock is always maintainedUpholding high food hygiene, health, and safety standards at all timesMaintaining accurate records for cleaning, food safety, and temperature checksCommunicating clearly with team members and management to support a positive environment What We re Looking For Experience cooking for large groups in a Nursery or School kitchenConfidence managing a kitchen independently and leading daily operationsStrong knowledge of food hygiene and safety practicesExcellent organisation and attention to detailReliable, proactive, and able to work well within a teamGood level of spoken and written English Why ..... full job details .....