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Nursery Cook

Job Posted: 8 hours ago

Salary: £ 26,000 - 28,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: N10, Cranley Gardens, Greater London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

We are delighted to invite applications for a Nursery Cook to join our warm, welcoming, and newly refurbished independent nursery. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and reliable cook who enjoys preparing nutritious meals for young children and taking pride in running a kitchen independently.

As our Nursery Cook, you will have sole responsibility for the kitchen, providing freshly prepared meals and snacks each day for up to 45 children. You will play a vital role in supporting children’s health, wellbeing, and development by creating balanced, appetising menus that meet nutritional guidelines and accommodate dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  * Preparing and cooking healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks

  * Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with food safety regulations

  * Managing food ordering, stock control, and kitchen budgets

  * Ensuring compliance with all health and safety and allergy procedures

  * Creating a calm, organised, and efficient kitchen environment

  * Working independently while communicating effectively with nursery staff and management

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5.30pm, offering excellent work–life balance with no evenings or weekends.

Salary:
Up to £28,000, depending on experience.

What We Offer:

  * A wonderful, highly qualified team and extremely supportive management

  * A small, independent nursery with a friendly and family-focused atmosphere

  * Small class sizes, allowing a truly child-centred approach

  * Auto-enrolment pension scheme

  * Ongoing staff training and development opportunities

  * 4 weeks’ paid annual leave, plus an additional paid day for every year of service

  * An extra paid day off on your birthday

We are looking for someone who is organised, caring, and takes pride in their work. Previous experience in a similar role and a good understanding of food hygiene are desirable.

If you are passionate about good food and making a positive difference in children’s early years, we would love to hear from you

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