Nursery Chef

TN United Kingdom; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job description

An experienced Nursery Chef is being sought at The Hyde Nursery in High Barnet. We are looking for a skilled Chef to join our team in creating delicious culinary experiences for our children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food preparation, a good awareness of nutrition and healthy eating, and ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. The role is based on a 38 hr working week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of c£27k plus loads of great benefits. The nursery has good transport links.

The Hyde Nursery is part of the CC Nurseries Group and is based in the beautiful iconic Hyde Institute building. Registered for 88 children, our lovely setting is minutes away from lovely green spaces which the nursery takes full advantage of, whatever the weather, together with access through the nursery to free flow into their lovely outdoor gardens.

Requirements

1. Previous experience in a similar role
2. Food & Hygiene Level Certificate Level 3 (or at least a level 2)
3. Proven experience as a Chef
4. Cooking and preparing meals for 70 children
5. Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food production, and culinary techniques
6. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
7. Proficient in menu planning, recipe development, and cost control
8. Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
9. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
10. Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with staff at all levels effectively

Benefits

CC Nurseries Benefits package includes:

1. 30 days Annual Leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays
2. Xmas Closure
3. Company Pension
4. Employee Discounted Childcare
5. Opportunities for further qualifications
6. Healthcare Package
7. High Street Discounts
8. Flexibility to work around your life commitments
9. Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done