Nursery Chef

We're now looking for a Chef to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive. Being a Nursery Chef at Kids Planet gives you the opportunity to work Monday to Friday, NO WEEKENDS or BANK HOLIDAYS and allows you to be inventive creating menus and giving our children access to delicious tasting meals. Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties. Responsibilities Prepare healthy, nutritious meals, accommodating allergies and special dietary requirements for all children. Maintain a clean and tidy kitchen, ensuring compliance with environmental health standards. Collaborate with children and the nursery team in snack-making and baking activities. Qualifications Experience in catering, preferably in a similar environment. Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs. Enhanced DBS check and mandatory safeguarding training. Benefits Work Monday to Friday, no weekends or bank holidays. Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks. Accredited training through KP Academy. Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption. Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round. Long service awards to celebrate your commitment. Day off on your birthday. Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance. Friendly central support team always on hand to help. Why Kids Planet Farnham? Great transport links. Lovely garden area provides fantastic learning opportunities for the children. Large car park. Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26. Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025. 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr