Nursery Chef, Southampton

Nursery Chef Full Time Salary:£29,835 per annum (depending on experience) A warm and nurturing early years setting is currently looking for a passionate and experienced Nursery Chef to join their friendly team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is creative, organised, and passionate about providing healthy, nutritious meals for young children within a supportive nursery environment.Benefits Competitive salary Generous annual leave package Extra paid day off for your birthday Childcare discounts Attendance rewards and additional annual leave incentives Staff wellbeing support and healthcare benefits Monthly staff recognition awards Referral bonus schemeOngoing training and development opportunities Supportive and collaborative team environment The Role You will be responsible for preparing healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children, ensuring all dietary requirements, allergies, and nutritional needs are met. Responsibilities Include: Preparing and cooking nutritious meals for childrenPlanning varied and balanced menus Managing allergies and dietary requirements safely Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen safety standards Managing kitchen stock and ordering supplies Supporting positive and engaging mealtime experiences for children Requirements Previous Chef or Cook experience, ideally within a nursery, school, or similar environmentExperience preparing meals for large groups Minimum Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification Allergy awareness knowledge Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations Organised, reliable, and able to work independently Passion for childrens wellbeing and healthy eating This is an excellent opportunity to join a caring and supportive nursery team where your contribution will be truly valued.TPBN1_UKTJ