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Nursery Chef

Job details
Posting date: 03 December 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 January 2026
Location: Wolverhampton
Company: Willing Care Recruitment Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 1438168735

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Summary

Nursery Chef – £14.50 per hour – Brand New Nursery Kitchen

If you’re an experienced Chef who enjoys preparing nutritious food for children, this role offers a chance to build routines and standards in a brand-new nursery. You’ll work with modern facilities and take real ownership of the kitchen. A strong fit for someone who wants stability, autonomy and a fresh start.

Quick Role Snapshot

  • Pay: £14.50 per hour
  • Hours: 35 hours per week
  • Location: Wolverhampton
  • Start: Mid-December

Why This Job Is Worth Your Click

  • Work in a newly built kitchen with modern equipment and space to run an efficient service.
  • Lead menu planning and budgeting, giving you real influence over daily operations.
  • Take responsibility for allergies, special diets and nutritional standards that support children’s wellbeing.
  • Benefit from training, CPD support and funded DBS checks, helping you stay up to date and confident in your role.
  • Enjoy team events, refreshments, uniform provided and a pension scheme as part of your package.
  • Join a nursery at launch stage and help shape its food culture from day one.

What You’ll Need

  • Chef experience in a nursery, school or healthcare environment
  • Knowledge of allergies, special diets and child nutrition
  • Strong skills in budgeting, planning and stock management
  • Valid Food Hygiene Certificate
  • Availability to start mid-December

What You’ll Do

  • Prepare healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks throughout the day.
  • Create weekly menus in line with budgets, dietary requirements and nutritional guidance.
  • Manage allergy information, special diets and safe food handling procedures.
  • Oversee stock control, kitchen cleanliness and all food hygiene standards.
  • Work closely with nursery staff to support smooth, safe mealtime routines.

What Happens After You Apply

You’ll receive a quick acknowledgement from us. If your experience fits, we’ll arrange a straightforward interview with no unnecessary steps. We aim to move quickly so the successful Chef is ready to join us in mid-December.

Reference: WILL186007/JR

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