Nursery Chef – Full‑Time (South Ruislip)

About the role

You will prepare nutritious meals for children aged 0‑5 in a friendly nursery kitchen, helping to promote healthy eating habits and engaging children in food‑related activities.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and cook balanced meals that meet dietary and allergy requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment in line with food‑hygiene standards.
• Manage stock, order supplies and liaise with vendors.
• Collaborate with nursery staff to integrate cooking activities into the curriculum.
• Ensure accurate record‑keeping for allergens and dietary restrictions.

Required profile

• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for working with children.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 (or willingness to complete the course in the first week, paid by the employer).

Required skills

• Food Hygiene Level 2 certification.

What we offer

• Salary £29,800 per year plus a £1,000 uplift after completing the in‑house Chef Academy.
• Social working hours – no evenings or weekends.
• 7% employer pension contribution (1% employee).
• 70% discount on childcare fees.
• Up to 35 days annual leave, including bank holidays, birthday and Christmas break.
• Extensive training, promotion opportunities and a supportive team environment.
• Sector‑leading parental leave and additional wellbeing benefits (Headspace app, shopping discounts, conference access, team celebration funds).