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Nursery chef
Epsom
7 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Epsom, Surrey
£31,000 - £33,000 GBP yearly
Catering / Hospitality
Nursery Chef – Full Time
Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 5:00pm
Permanent role working 52 weeks per year, all year round.
A fantastic opportunity has become available for a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Chef to join a friendly early years setting in Epsom. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys preparing healthy meals for children and takes pride in running a clean, organised and fully compliant kitchen.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks daily for children
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Plan varied, age‑appropriate menus that meet allergy, intolerance and dietary needs
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Maintain excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and environmental health standards
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Keep accurate records including allergens, food temperatures, cleaning schedules and stock control
*
Order food supplies and manage stock levels efficiently
*
Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organised and compliant at all times
*
Work closely with the nursery team to support positive mealtime routines
*
Provide safe, suitable meals for children with specific dietary requirements
What We’re Looking For in our Nursery chef:
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Experience as a chef, cook or catering professional (nursery or school experience desirable)
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Level 2 Food Safety or above
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Strong understanding of allergens and nutrition for young children
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Ability to work independently and manage a busy kitchen
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Excellent organisation, cleanliness and attention to detail
Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 5:00pm
Permanent role working 52 weeks per year, all year round.
A fantastic opportunity has become available for a dedicated and enthusiastic Nursery Chef to join a friendly early years setting in Epsom. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys preparing healthy meals for children and takes pride in running a clean, organised and fully compliant kitchen.
Key Responsibilities
*
Prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks daily for children
*
Plan varied, age‑appropriate menus that meet allergy, intolerance and dietary needs
*
Maintain excellent food hygiene, health and safety, and environmental health standards
*
Keep accurate records including allergens, food temperatures, cleaning schedules and stock control
*
Order food supplies and manage stock levels efficiently
*
Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organised and compliant at all times
*
Work closely with the nursery team to support positive mealtime routines
*
Provide safe, suitable meals for children with specific dietary requirements
What We’re Looking For in our Nursery chef:
*
Experience as a chef, cook or catering professional (nursery or school experience desirable)
*
Level 2 Food Safety or above
*
Strong understanding of allergens and nutrition for young children
*
Ability to work independently and manage a busy kitchen
*
Excellent organisation, cleanliness and attention to detail