Job Vacancy: Nursery Chef
Location: Sunderland
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Contract Type: Full-time

About the Role

Empowering learning are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Chef to join a day nursery. You will play a vital role in preparing healthy, balanced, and nutritious meals for children in our care, ensuring all dietary requirements are met. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about food, child nutrition, and creating a positive mealtime experience.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and prepare fresh, healthy, and age-appropriate meals and snacks.
Cater for children with specific dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural preferences.
Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen at all times.
Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene regulations.
Work closely with nursery staff to provide a varied and seasonal menu.
Manage food stock, ordering, and kitchen budgets effectively.About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Experienced in catering, ideally within a childcare or educational setting (preferred but not essential).
Knowledgeable of food safety standards and holding a Food Hygiene Certificate minimum of level 2.
Organised, efficient, and able to work independently.
Passionate about providing children with nutritious, balanced meals.What We Offer

Friendly and supportive working environment.
Monday to Friday hours.
Opportunities for training and professional development.
Competitive rate (based on experience).
DBS on the update service or willing to apply for oneApply Today!
If you're passionate about cooking and making a positive difference to children's health and wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you. Alternatively please call Steph on (phone number removed).

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