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As a Chef at N Family, you’ll be cooking up a storm every day - preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for children, as well as a lunch and a smoothie for our hard-working nursery team. We’re looking for a creative Chef who’s passionate about introducing young children to new foods and can cater to a range of allergies and dietary needs. With your dedication and passion, you’ll make your mark and help us become the most loved early years education group in the UK.
Job Responsibility:
Cook fresh, tasty, and nutritious meals for the children and team every day, following our set menu and recipes
Make sure each meal meets the nutritional needs of different age groups and follows all food safety and choking guidelines
Learn every child’s allergy and dietary requirements inside out
Prepare daily lunches and smoothies for the nursery team, catering to a variety of diets and preferences
Keep on top of kitchen paperwork and checks, including cleaning schedules and daily safety logs
Order supplies, manage stock, and make sure the kitchen runs smoothly
Maintain the kitchen to a 5-star Food Hygiene standard
Build friendly, professional relationships with parents so they feel confident about the food their children eat
Mentor and support apprentice Chefs, helping them grow their skills and confidence in the kitchen
Requirements:
Previous experience working in a kitchen environment
A passion for food and nutrition
A genuine interest in cooking with long-term culinary career goals
Experience of conscious practices within food and cooking, including recycling and creating as little food waste as possible
The ability to work quickly and effectively during busy service times
A positive, glass-half-full outlook
Bags of drive and motivation with a ‘make it happen’ attitude
A love for customer service
What we offer:
Performance bonus – Up to £1,200 annually
Industry-leading holiday allowance – Up to 35 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
Development fund – £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more)
Family-friendly – Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years
Childcare – 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually
Loyalty rewards – 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off
Referral scheme – Earn up to £1000 per successful hire
Amazing discounts – Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more
Travel support – Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme
Socials & Wellbeing – Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness