If you take pride in cooking food that genuinely makes a difference, this is where your work truly matters. As Nursery Chef, you won''t just be preparing meals - you''ll be fuelling young minds during the most important years of their development, in a calm, well-run bilingual setting that values quality, care and nutrition. This is a beautifully structured, independent day nursery with excellent ratios and around forty children aged six months to five years. You''ll have full ownership of the kitchen and the freedom to deliver a fully organic menu that''s already thoughtfully planned. What''s in it for you £28,000-£30,000 salary in a stable, permanent role5 weeks paid holiday each year (2 weeks at Christmas, 2 weeks at the end of August, 1 week in April)38-hour week with family-friendly daytime hoursFree lunches providedSick pay, training and funded food safety coursesWell-being programme, independent counselling service, staff events and long-service rewards What you''ll be getting stuck into as a Nursery Chef Preparing a fully organic rotating menu including morning snack, lunch for 40 children and 20 staff, and afternoon snackManaging the kitchen independently on a day-to-day basisMaintaining exceptional hygiene standards in line with Food Standards Agency and Environmental Health guidanceKeeping all kitchen records and procedures fully compliant and up to dateOrdering kitchen supplies and liaising with the Nursery Manager on equipment needsEnsuring all meals are prepared