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Nursery Chef at Asquith Nannies Ltd in Woking, England, GB
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Job Description
Nursery Chef
Woking
Salary: Up to £32,000 per year plus potential for quarterly bonuses
Monday-Friday, 7 am - 4 pm
Create healthy, delicious meals that help children grow, thrive and enjoy every day.
At Fennies, we know that great nutrition is a key part of early childhood development. As Nursery Chef, you’ll play an essential role in supporting children’s wellbeing by preparing balanced, nutritious meals in a safe, high-quality kitchen environment.
Why join Fennies?
We support our team members with great benefits and a positive working environment.
Competitive salary and bonus
Up to £32,000 annual salary
Performance-related bonuses
£500 referral bonus
Work-life balance
Monday to Friday
20 days annual leave (increasing by 1 day for every year of service, up to 25 days) plus bank holidays
Wellbeing benefits
BUPA Wellbeing Support
Free daily meals from the Fennies Café
Summer BBQs, Christmas events and company celebrations
Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards
Career development
Full training
Support and mentoring from experienced Catering Managers
Personalised development plans, mentoring and support
About the Role
As Nursery Chef, you’ll create nutritious, balanced meals that support children’s health, development and enjoyment of food.
You will:
Prepare fresh, healthy meals and snacks for children each day
Plan menus that meet nutritional guidelines and dietary requirements
Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness
Ensure all allergens and dietary needs are carefully managed
Work closely with the Nursery Manager and team to create a positive mealtime experience
Support kitchen organisation, stock control and ordering
Every day, your cooking will help children build healthy habits and enjoy mealtimes in a safe and nurturing environment.
What we’re looking for
You don’t need previous nursery experience – we’ll provide the training you need. You’re a passionate and organised chef who takes pride in creating high-quality meals and maintaining excellent kitchen standards.
We’re looking for someone who is:
Experienced in catering, in a childcare setting would be ideal, but not essential
Knowledgeable about children’s nutrition and dietary requirements
Qualified with a Level 2 or 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
Trained in allergen awareness
Organised, reliable and able to manage a busy kitchen environment
A positive team player who enjoys working alongside others
Most importantly, you care about the impact your food has on children’s health and happiness
Become part of the Fennies DNA
We’re family-owned and family-run; this guides our culture, our decision-making, and what it feels like to be part of our team. From our supportive culture to our high-quality environments, we’re committed to creating exceptional places to work and learn. Our People Promise inspires us to build the kind of culture that is ambitious, passionate and supportive. We provide the environment where you can:
Be Yourself
Come Together
Be All In
Go Further
If this sounds like you, or you just want to know more about what it means to be part of the Fennies family, make contact with us today for a chat.
Take your next steps with Fennies
Our friendly Talent Recruitment team are here to answer any questions you may have about Fennies – call us to discuss the role, or if you’re just curious about what it’s like to work at Fennies, let us know, and we’ll be happy to answer any questions. Our Talent Recruitment team can be contacted by:
Phone: 0208 770 3222
By email: recruitment@fennies.com
Or by making an application: https://fennies.com/contact-us
Diversity and Inclusion
At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams create stronger learning environments for children. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Safeguarding
Fennies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of identity. In line with Safer Recruitment guidance, online searches (including social media) may be conducted for shortlisted candidates.
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