Location: Nottingham
Pay: £19.16 per hour
Job Type: Temporary
Schedule: Weekday daytime shifts (term-time pattern) with occasional inset days
Competitive temporary rate of £19.16 per hour
Term-time focused role offering predictable daytime hours
Supportive nursery environment with a strong safeguarding culture
Free meals while on shift
Opportunity to make a positive impact on young children’s nutrition and wellbeing
Immediate starts considered
We are recruiting a reliable and experienced Head Chef on a temporary basis to lead kitchen operations at a well-regarded children's nursery in Nottingham. The nursery provides nurturing childcare for children aged from 6 months upwards and places a strong emphasis on healthy, balanced meals that support growth and development.
Catering for up to 70 children across morning and afternoon sessions
Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack service following planned menus and allergy requirements
Small catering team with nursery staff assistance during mealtimes
High standards of cleanliness, food safety and record-keeping
Lead day-to-day kitchen operations, preparing nutritious meals for children and staff
Plan and follow weekly menus in line with nutritional guidance and nursery policies
Manage allergens, special dietary needs and food records accurately
Order, receive and store food deliveries, maintaining stock rotation and minimising waste
Ensure kitchen and food preparation areas meet food hygiene and health & safety standards
Maintain daily records, temperature logs and paperwork required for inspections
Work collaboratively with nursery management and key workers to support mealtimes and children’s routines
Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety (or equivalent) certificate or willing to obtain
Previous experience cooking in a nursery, school, care setting or similar is essential
Knowledge of baby/child nutrition, allergens and special diets
Organised, reliable, and able to work independently on site
Calm, patient and comfortable working around young children
Good communication skills and fluent English with full right to work in the UK
This temporary Head Chef role is ideal for an experienced cook who values consistent daytime hours, enjoys working in a child-centred environment, and takes pride in delivering healthy, tasty meals.
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