Nursery Chef / Cook — Bijou Day Nursery & Crèche (Cowbridge)
We are looking for a warm, organised and reliable Nursery Chef/Cook to join our friendly team at Bijou Day Nursery & Crèche.
This is a key role within the nursery, responsible for preparing fresh, nutritious meals for our children while maintaining the highest food safety and hygiene standards.
Hours
- 37.5 hours per week
- Monday to Friday
- Flexible working between 08:00 and 17:00
Key responsibilities
- Preparing healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0–5
- Managing dietary requirements, allergies and special menus safely
- Maintaining a clean, organised kitchen environment
- Following Safer Food Better Business (Vale of Glamorgan) procedures
- Supporting and maintaining our 5-star food hygiene rating
- Stock control, ordering and kitchen record keeping
Requirements
- Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate (essential)
- Experience cooking in a nursery, school, care or similar setting preferred
- Good understanding of food allergens and cross-contamination controls
- Reliable, organised and able to work independently
- A positive and caring approach suitable for a childcare environment
What we offer
- Supportive, family-focused nursery environment
- Consistent weekday hours (no evenings or weekends)
- Opportunity to be part of a well-established setting with high standards
If you are passionate about providing healthy meals for children and take pride in maintaining excellent hygiene standards, we would love to hear from you.
To apply: please message directly or email with your details and experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.00-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cowbridge CF71 7AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Chef: 1 year (preferred)
- Catering: 1 year (preferred)
- Kitchen: 1 year (preferred)
- Food Preparation Occupations: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
