Chef

Job description

**We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early-years education provider.**At N Family Club, we dreamed of reimagining early years education. Becoming a place that fosters creativity, embraces a curriculum-led approach, and prepares children for the modern world. We’re proudly making our dream a reality – and we want you to be a part of it! As a Chef at N Family, you’ll be cooking up a storm every day - preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for children, as well as a lunch and a smoothie for our hard-working nursery team. We’re looking for a creative Chef who’s passionate about introducing young children to new foods and can cater to a range of allergies and dietary needs. With your dedication and passion, you’ll make your mark and help us become the most loved early years education group in the UK. **Your key responsibilities** - Cook fresh, tasty, and nutritious meals for the children and team every day, following our set menu and recipes. - Make sure each meal meets the nutritional needs of different age groups and follows all food safety and choking guidelines. - Learn every child’s allergy and dietary requirements inside out. - Prepare daily lunches and smoothies for the nursery team, catering to a variety of diets and preferences. - Keep on top of kitchen paperwork and checks, including cleaning schedules and daily safety logs. - Order supplies, manage stock, and make sure the kitchen runs smoothly. - Maintain the kitchen to a 5-star Food Hygiene standard. - Build friendly, professional relationships with parents so they feel confident about the food their children eat. - Mentor and support apprentice Chefs, helping them grow their skills and confidence in the kitchen. **Our Chefs should have…** - Previous experience working in a kitchen environment. - A passion for food and nutrition. - A genuine interest in cooking with long-term culinary career goals. - Experience of conscious practices within food and cooking, including recycling and creating as little food waste as possible. - The ability to work quickly and effectively during busy service times. - A positive, glass-half-full outlook. - Bags of drive and motivation with a ‘make it happen’ attitude! - A love for customer service. **The N Advantage package** - **Competitive salary –** £28,454 - £38,750 per annum - **Performance bonus –** Up to £1,200 annually. - **Industry-leading holiday allowance –** Up to 35 days, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure. - **Development fund –** £100 annual learning fund, plus paid N Academy training (level 3, EY Degrees, Forest School & more). - **Family-friendly –** Enhanced parental/fostering/neonatal leave after 2 years. - **Childcare –** 40% discount, plus 6 emergency days annually. **And that’s not all!** - **Loyalty rewards –** 5-year bonus: around-the-world trip + 2 bonus weeks off. 10-year bonus: “Out of this world” experience + 2 more weeks off! - **Referral scheme –** Earn up to £1000 per successful hire. - **Amazing discounts –** Save on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more. - **Travel support –** Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme. - **Socials & Wellbeing –** Annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness. - And much, much more! **Why N Wandsworth St Ann's Hill?** Our 117-place brand new nursery will be opening in 2026, in the heart of Wandsworth, South London. **Why N Family Club?** At N Family Club, we’re reimagining early years education – and we want you to be a part of it. We’re a certified Great Place to Work and one of the UK’s most innovative early years groups. With top salaries, unmatched benefits, and real career progression, we put our people first. **Join us today** to spark big ideas in young minds and **shape a career you’ll love.**