Nursery Chef

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 19 March 2026
LOCATION
Chiswick, London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Hospitality
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SKILLS

Menu Planning Dietary Requirements Kitchen Hygiene Food Preparation Child Development Communication Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Nursery Chef – Chiswick, London W4

Salary: £12.50–£14.50 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) Hours: Part-time | Monday–Friday | 9:00am–4:00pm (30 min lunch break) Contract: Permanent, all year roundNot suitable for term-time only applicants

We are seeking a passionate Nursery Chef to join our friendly, independent nursery in Chiswick, London. You will prepare nutritious, balanced meals from scratch for children, manage dietary requirements, develop menus, and ensure high standards of kitchen hygiene. This is a role for a creative and organised chef who values healthy eating and child development.

Nursery Chef – Chiswick, London W4

Salary: £12.50–£14.50 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) Hours: Part-time | Monday–Friday | 9:00am–4:00pm (30 min lunch break) Contract: Permanent, all year roundNot suitable for term-time only applicants

We are seeking a passionate Nursery Chef to join our friendly, independent nursery in Chiswick, London. You will prepare nutritious, balanced meals from scratch for children, manage dietary requirements, develop menus, and ensure high standards of kitchen hygiene. This is a role for a creative and organised chef who values healthy eating and child development.

Benefits

  • Excellent access to public transport
  • Pension scheme
  • Part-time hours to support work-life balance
  • Holiday entitlement
  • Opportunities for professional development and further training

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve delicious, nutritious meals daily
  • Cater for dietary requirements and allergies
  • Maintain high hygiene standards in the kitchen
  • Plan menus, manage budgets, and order food
  • Support staff in engaging children with healthy eating
  • Assist with catering nursery events as required

About You

  • Minimum 1 year’s experience as a Nursery/School Chef or Cook
  • Skilled in managing dietary requirements and allergies
  • Highly organised and able to work autonomously
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing nursery needs
  • Committed to safeguarding and confidentiality
  • Excellent communication skills in English
  • Eligible to work in the UK

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