Kiddi Caru Coronation Road-Downend
Part of Grandir UK
Salary up to £30,160 a year- Full time, permanent, regular pay reviews
Lead our Coronation Road Kitchen
Our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Coronation Road is looking for a full-time Nursery Chef to lead the kitchen, set high standards and run the kitchen day to day.
Why You’ll Love Working at Kiddi Caru
You will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.
What You Get
- Maternity and adoption leave at full pay for the first 12 weeks.
- Paternity leave at full pay for 4 weeks.
- Childcare discount of 50% for your own children.
- Company pension, with Grandir contributing 2%
Family and Wellbeing
- Parental bereavement leave, up to 4 weeks paid.
- Compassionate leave, up to 2 weeks paid.
- Miscarriage leave, up to 2 weeks paid.
- Wellbeing Day – an extra day off just for you.
Time Off
- 33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown.
- Christmas and New Year shutdown.
- The Grand Event – up to an extra week of annual leave for a significant life event after 2 years' service.
- Flexible working options available.
Health
- 24-hour remote GP appointments.
- Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies.
- Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65.
- Statutory Sick Pay from day 1.
Money and Perks
- £500 refer-a-friend bonus.
- Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts, including ASOS, gym memberships, cinemas, M&S and major supermarkets.
- Dayforce Wallet – the ability to access a portion of your earned pay before your normal payday.
Growth and Recognition
- Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities.
- Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams.
- Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues.
- Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy-trained teams and Eco-Schools accreditation.
Our Location
Located at 3A Coronation Road, Downend, Bristol, BS16 5SN, our nursery enjoys a peaceful setting in South Gloucestershire while remaining well-connected with transport links to Staple Hill, Mangotsfield, Emersons Green and beyond.
What You Will Do
- Cook for two sites, including our local Downend Nursery, offering a great development opportunity for someone looking to progress in their role.
- Prepare six-monthly menus, gathering feedback from catering staff, Managers and the Regional Manager to produce the final menus.
- Support and guide catering staff and the Nursery Manager.
- Monitor catering standards to maintain the highest levels of practice.
- Assist and support the Nursery Manager with the recruitment and selection of catering staff.
- Audit kitchens in a timely manner, ensuring they meet TCC and PSN requirements.
- Check that all kitchen paperwork is complete, accurate and up to date.
- Establish and maintain professional working relationships with nursery staff.
What You Will Bring
- Previous experience working as a chef or cook, ideally within a nursery, childcare setting, school or similar environment.
- Knowledge of preparing healthy, balanced and nutritious meals suitable for babies and young children.
- Understanding of food hygiene, food safety and kitchen health and safety procedures.
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Nursery Chef employer: GrandirUK
At Kiddi Caru Exeter, part of Grandir UK, we pride ourselves on being a supportive and child-focused nursery that values its employees. With a strong emphasis on career progression, flexible working options, and an array of generous benefits including 35 days of annual leave and a childcare discount, we foster a positive work culture where every team member is respected and encouraged to grow. Join us in our five-star environment, where your contributions will help inspire and nurture the next generation.
