Nursery Cook

Job summary

We have an opportunity for a Nursery Cook to work in our  Oaktree Nursery based in Devon.  The nursery is part of a group of full daycare nurseries that provides childcare and support for young children and their families.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees
• Employer and employee contribution pension scheme
• Regular access to internal; and external learning and development opportunities
• Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources.
• Can save up to 25% on 02 Refresh Airtime Plan if getting a new phone or tablet on 02
• Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme - an introduction payment of up to £300

Main duties:

• You will be responsible for maintaining a safe, clean and healthy kitchen environment and preparing and serving nutritional meals to children and adults. 
• You will regulate kitchen stock control and ensure that specific dietary requirements are met.

Requirements:

• A current Food Hygiene Certificate and a current First Aid Certificate.
• The ability to organise, plan and cook nutritious meals. 
• You will also need an awareness of food allergies and health and safety issues.
• You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, if your current certificate is not subscribed to the update service.

Hours per week: 20

Weeks per year: 52

Virtual interview date: Tuesday 13th January 2026