Nursery Kitchen Lead — Healthy Meals for Kids

Grandir UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A Nursery Chain in Surbiton is looking for a Nursery Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children and oversee kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have cooking experience, excellent menu planning skills, and the ability to manage catering standards. This role offers a supportive work environment, competitive benefits including generous annual leave, and professional development opportunities. A commitment to safeguarding children is essential, and an enhanced DBS check will be required.

Benefits

Cash bonus for referrals

31 days annual leave

Wellbeing Day

Employee benefits portal

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cashback on medical procedures

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment, ideally in a childcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and healthy meal preparation.
• Ability to manage kitchen paperwork effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 6 monthly menus based on feedback from staff.
• Support and guide kitchen staff effectively.
• Audit kitchens to ensure compliance with standards.
• Establish professional relationships with nursery staff.

Skills

Cooking skills

Menu planning

Team leadership

Catering standards management

Communication skills

Job description

A Nursery Chain in Surbiton is looking for a Nursery Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children and oversee kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have cooking experience, excellent menu planning skills, and the ability to manage catering standards. This role offers a supportive work environment, competitive benefits including generous annual leave, and professional development opportunities. A commitment to safeguarding children is essential, and an enhanced DBS check will be required.