Nursery Chef

Nursery ChefCheck all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.40 hours per weekFull Time, Permanent, All year round27,352.00per annumTotton Day Nursery, is a purpose-built setting where the rooms are spacious with large feature windows. The beautiful playrooms are flooded with natural light and there are plenty of resources for the children..Our outdoor spaces encourage children to be adventurous explorers, athletes, or gardeners, with quiet areas available for relaxation. Thanks to all-weather garden protection, we ensure every day is an outdoor day!Our nursery is renowned for its exceptional apprentice program, where trainees receive high-quality training and the opportunity to progress within our Southampton nurseries. We are committed to developing future early years professionals and supporting career growth!Our nursery is conveniently located on High Street in Totton, just a three-minute walk from the train station and close to major bus routes, making it easily accessible for commuters. Additionally we also offer free on-site parking for staff in our private car park.Why Join us:At Totton Day Nursery, we truly value our staff and show appreciation by providing small treats and a fully equipped staff room for relaxation and comfort.We alsooffer a comprehensive benefits package, including:tAnnual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays.tChildcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for team members.tHealth and Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.tDevelopment: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth and progression.tCompany Pension: Secure your future with our competitive pension scheme!tReferral Program: Earn bonuses for bringing great new colleagues into our family!tOnsite Parking:Access to free onsite ParkingtCompany Events: Enjoy team-building activities, social gatherings, and special celebrations!:tCareer Progression Opportunities!As Nursery Chef, you will:tKeep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements; complete the Kitchen Hygiene Checklist each month, and ensure that the Cleaning Schedule is complete and adhered to, being regularly updated and displayed prominently in the kitchentEnsure the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery and kitchentThe nursery staff will tell you each day of the numbers to cater for; prepare and cook enough age-appropriate food (cooked as near to the point of service as possible) for all the children on a daily basis, with minimum wastagetTake responsibility to make sure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teamstEnsure that dietary requirements and personal care routines are adhered to at all times, including the robust measures around the Red, Amber and Green plate procedurestWork in co-operation and partnership with the Nursery team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diettEnsure that budgetary requirements are met through careful planning of all food orders Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added.As Nursery Chef, you will need:tAble to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements around food allergies - essentialtSound Knowledge of COSHH - essentialtAble to work to a catering budget, in a manner that avoids fluctuating standards of food service - essentialtExperience and qualified to the appropriate level in any role which involves cooking in domestic or commercial property - essentialtFluent in written and spoken English at GCSE grade C (or equivalent) - essentialtExperienced and passionate about any role that involves cooking for young children - desirableWe are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.Play Away - Totton is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Created: 2025-09-11