Nursery Chef

Job summary

Nursery Chef – Miss Potter’s Garden  at 388 Streatham Hub Nursery

Miss Potter’s Garden at 388 Streatham Hub Nursery is looking for an experienced and passionate Nursery Chef to join our caring team.

At Miss Potter’s Garden, we believe that healthy eating starts early. We aim to provide delicious, nutritious meals that are cooked from scratch using natural ingredients, supporting children’s growth, development, and enjoyment of food.

About the role:

• Preparing fresh, balanced meals and snacks for up to 36 children, including babies

• Creating nutritious, age-appropriate menus that meet children’s dietary and allergen needs

• Managing the nursery kitchen and maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness

• Ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements, food safety regulations, and best practice

About you:

• A qualified and experienced chef with a wealth of experience in a nursery or early years kitchen

• Strong understanding of EYFS and statutory food and nutrition requirements

• Confident cooking for babies and young children

• Passionate about healthy eating and cooking from scratch

• Organised, reliable, and able to work independently

Qualifications:

• Food Safety Level 3 (essential)

• Paediatric or Emergency First Aid (essential)

• Culinary school qualification (desirable)

Hours & benefits:

• Monday to Friday

• Term-time only, with the possibility of all-year-round work

• 35 hours per week

• Supportive and friendly working environment

Diversity & Inclusion
We pride ourselves on being a diverse and inclusive community that welcomes all backgrounds and experiences.

Safeguarding Commitment

388 Streatham Hub Children’s Centre is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

All colleagues complete regular safeguarding training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities.

This role is subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

If you are passionate about providing nutritious meals and making a positive difference in children’s early years, we would love to hear from you.