Nursery Cook / Chef / Kitchen Manager

Banana Moon Day Nurseries

  • Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
  • £25,000-27,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 day ago
  • Apply easily
Join Our Family as a Nursery Cook!At Banana Moon Tunbridge Wells, we're not just a nursery- we're a family. And right now, we’re looking for a passionate, creative, and caring Nursery Cook to join our wonderful team.
If you love cooking nutritious meals and want to make a real difference in children’s lives through healthy eating, this could be your perfect role.What You’ll Do:
  • Prepare healthy, balanced, and delicious meals for our little ones using seasonal ingredients
  • Cater to a variety of dietary requirements and allergies with care and confidence
  • Create a fun and engaging food experience, encouraging children to enjoy mealtimes
  • Maintain the highest standards in food hygiene, safety, allergy management, and kitchen management
  • Be a key part of our team, contributing to our warm, nurturing environment
Ready to cook up something special in your career?Apply now and help us nurture the next generation — one healthy meal at a time.RequirementsWhat We’re Looking For:Essential:
  • Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or 3)
  • Knowledge of allergens, child nutrition, and food safety
  • Experience in a kitchen setting (nursery or commercial)
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to obtain)
Desirable:
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Catering qualifications
  • Experience in early years settings
  • Full driving licence and access to a car
BenefitsWhat We Offer:At Banana Moon Tunbridge Wells, we love to take care of our team. When you join us, you’ll enjoy a range of perks that reflect how much we value your hard work and dedication:
  • Discounted childcare – because we know how important family is
  • Black tie staff event– we celebrate success together
  • Yearly staff awards ceremony – your efforts won’t go unnoticed
  • Dinner provided at staff meetings – fuel up while we grow together
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities – we invest in you
  • BUPA mental health support listening line – your wellbeing matters
  • Free meals during shifts
  • On-site / free parking – no stressful commutes
  • A supportive, family-feel work environment where your work truly matters

Banana Moon Day Nurseries