Nursery Cook / Chef Hitchin, United Kingdom £25,330.50-£31,200 Per Annum (pro-rata) | £12.99-£16.00 Per Hour. Full Time, Fixed Term Apply By No Expiry Date Posted On 2 April, 2026

Childbase Partnership

Hitchin, United Kingdom
Base: £25,330.50-£31,200 py; hourly: £12.99-£16.00...
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Professional catering experience
Food hygiene training
Knowledge of allergens and coshh
** Childbase Partnership is seeking a Nursery Cook/Chef for their Highbury Lodge Day Nursery in Hitchin, UK, to prepare healthy meals for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The role offers a fixed-term contract with a competitive salary, great benefits, and a supportive work environment focused on employee ownership and community engagement. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves preparing wholesome, healthy meals for up to 85 children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old using fresh ingredients.
  • Employees benefit from a generous annual leave package including 23 days plus paid bank holidays and tax-free Partnership Reward Days.
  • The company is employee-owned, offering an annual tax-free dividend and prioritizing careers over jobs with extensive training opportunities.

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** Childbase Partnership is seeking a Nursery Cook/Chef for their Highbury Lodge Day Nursery in Hitchin, UK, to prepare healthy meals for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The role offers a fixed-term contract with a competitive salary, great benefits, and a supportive work environment focused on employee ownership and community engagement. **

Salary

Base: £25,330.50-£31,200 per annum; Hourly: £12.99-£16.00 per hour; Benefits: Free meals, childcare discount, and tax-free dividend

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Professional catering experience
  • Food Hygiene training
  • Knowledge of allergens and COSHH
  • Ability to prepare set menus
  • Experience with dietary restrictions

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for wholesome healthy meals
  • Collaborative team player
  • Advocate for child safeguarding
  • Budget management skills
  • Mentoring Kitchen Assistant

Key Requirements

  • Enhanced DBS check required
  • Right to Work in the UK
  • Food Hygiene certification
  • Commutable distance to Hitchin

Work Rights

Must hold suitable Right to Work in the UK

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