Nursery Chef/Cook

2 days ago


Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Storal Full time

We are seeking a passionate and ambitious Nursery Chef/Cook to join our team at Hemsley House Nursery School in Maidstone. As a key member of our kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing nutritionally balanced, freshly prepared meals for our children and ensuring the safe and hygienic management of the nursery kitchen.

About the Role:

  • Provide balanced and nutritious meals for all children attending the nursery, catering for children with specific dietary needs.
  • Instill high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance with relevant regulations, including the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health-Food Safety, Health and Safety, and Ofsted guidelines.
  • Ensure all children are kept safe and have rich, stimulating experiences.
  • Maintain stock levels and ensure stock rotation.
  • Be aware of COSHH and follow relevant guidelines.
  • Deputise for the Cook in all absences, with the expectation of deputising full-time when required.

About You:

  • Level 2 Food and Hygiene certification.
  • Minimum of 6 months' experience in a similar role.
  • Understanding of Health and Safety regulations and COSHH.
  • Alignment with our company values of responsibility, openness, and working together.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive hourly rate, from £10.47 to £12.47 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
  • Storal will cover the cost of transport to the nursery setting.
  • Annual wellness day off.
  • Company sick pay.
  • 50% childcare discount.
  • Access to retail and other discounts through Perkbox.
  • Holidays increasing to 22 days after 2 years' service and 25 days after 5 years' service.
  • Performance-related bonuses.
  • Dedicated learning and development support.
  • Access to one-to-one confidential counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme.

Storal is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All employees will be subject to background checks, enhanced DBS checks, and reference checks.


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