Nursery Chef - Stafford

About the role

Partou Smiley’s Day Nursery & Pre-school is seeking an enthusiastic chef to take on the part-time Monday to Friday, 25 hours per week role of Nursery Chef. You’ll have the rewarding role of preparing delicious, nutritionally balanced meals for our children, never forgetting to cater to any specific dietary needs or allergies. You will provide exceptional care and compassion towards the children, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, nutritionally balanced meals for children
• Cater to specific dietary needs and allergies
• Provide exceptional care and compassion towards the children
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment
• Build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues

Requirements

• Minimum Level 2 food and hygiene qualification
• Proven chef experience, ideally in childcare settings
• Sound knowledge of child nutrition and allergy awareness
• Ability to work independently and in teams, maintaining a calm and professional approach

Benefits

• Monday to Friday working hours
• Access to Partou Academy for high-quality professional training and development
• 60% childcare discount for you and immediate family members
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced annual leave: 23 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Birthday off
• Health & wellbeing support: free health plan and 24hr helpline
• Shopping discounts across retail, dining, travel and more
• Buddy Bonus: cash bonus for you and a friend when referring them for a job

Pay

Hourly rate: £14.02