Apprentice Nursery Cook
Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).
About the role
- Preparing daily, nutritionally appropriate meals for children aged 0 to 5
- Supporting the nursery team with allergy management
- Assisting with menu planning and budgeting
- Adhering to health and safety regulations and strict hygienic practices
- Keeping the nursery kitchen clean and organised
- Working alongside the experienced nursery cook to gain kitchen skills
Working week
Monday to Friday, daytime hours to cover nursery mealtimes. No evening or weekend work required. Specific shift patterns will be discussed at interview.
Skills
Required qualifications
Training & development
You will complete the Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeship with HIT Training. Your apprenticeship includes regular one‑to‑one sessions with a dedicated trainer/coach, workplace learning and online study.
You will develop skills in basic food preparation, cooking methods, portioning, following recipes, food safety, allergen awareness, nutrition for children, teamwork and working efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
You will also receive on‑the‑job training, including food hygiene, health and safety, equipment use, cleaning routines, stock rotation, allergy procedures and maintaining high kitchen standards.
Functional Skills in English and maths will be provided if required.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is a clear opportunity to progress into a permanent role within the company.
As a growing company, our qualified cooks are offered opportunities to take on and manage their own kitchen in one of our existing or new nurseries.
Company benefits
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing supervision
- Performance-related bonus scheme
- Fun company events
- Nursery is closed between Christmas and New Year to ensure a restful break
Things to consider
Successful completion of an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as you will be working in a nursery environment with children.
Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced daycare kitchen environment.
About CHILDCARE AND LEARNING GROUP LIMITED
A small privately owned group of nurseries whose passion is delivering exemplary childcare to all of our families.