Are you an experienced Nursery Chef with a passion for preparing nutritious meals?
Do you have a strong understanding of food hygiene, dietary requirements, and allergen management?
Are you looking for a part-time Nursery Chef role within supportive nurseries across Leeds and Wakefield?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of welcoming private day nurseries across Leeds and Wakefield, who are looking to appoint a dedicated Nursery Chef. These nurseries provide nurturing and engaging environments for children and take pride in promoting healthy eating habits and positive mealtime experiences.
The nurseries are looking to take on a part-time Nursery Chef on an ongoing basis. The successful Nursery Chef will be responsible for planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks, maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, and ensuring all dietary requirements are met while supporting the overall well-being of the children.
The successful Nursery Chef will have:
- Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 minimum)
- Previous experience working as a Nursery Chef, School Chef, or in a similar catering environment
- Knowledge of food allergies, dietary requirements, and nutritional guidelines for young children
- Understanding of food safety and kitchen compliance procedures
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- A positive and reliable approach to work
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
- A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
- Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
- CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
- Market leading rates of pay
- TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
EMAIL: [email protected]
CONTACT NUMBER: 0113 331 4945
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
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