Nursery Chef
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | London, SW18 5JU |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 8d5aa2c1-b4f5-47c8-98fb-ea2d7fe10be0 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
A recognised Catering Qualification
Minimum of two years catering experience as a cook, or, chef in a school, or, nursery environment
Capable of working under pressure in an organised way
Ability to work as part of a team
Good interpersonal skills
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Food allergy course certificate
Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs i.e. vegetarian, cultural
Knowledge of Health and Safety Issues
Experience of working in a childcare environment
Ability to work with children in preparing simple snacks, baking preparation and other cooking activities.
Knowledge and understanding of Equal Opportunities
First Aid Certificate
What the school offers its staff
Employee Assistance Programme, Free Gym membership, Cycle to Work Scheme.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
A recognised Catering Qualification
Minimum of two years catering experience as a cook, or, chef in a school, or, nursery environment
Capable of working under pressure in an organised way
Ability to work as part of a team
Good interpersonal skills
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
Food allergy course certificate
Knowledge of food preparation for special dietary needs i.e. vegetarian, cultural
Knowledge of Health and Safety Issues
Experience of working in a childcare environment
Ability to work with children in preparing simple snacks, baking preparation and other cooking activities.
Knowledge and understanding of Equal Opportunities
First Aid Certificate
What the school offers its staff
Employee Assistance Programme, Free Gym membership, Cycle to Work Scheme.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.