We're looking for a flexible Cover Nursery Cook to keep our kitchens running when our nursery cooks are on holiday or off sick. You'll work across all three Nest nurseries: Royal Wharf and Marco Polo in the Royal Docks (E16), and Embassy Gardens in Nine Elms (SW11). Expect around 15 weeks' work a year, mostly holiday cover booked well in advance, with some shorter-notice sickness cover.
What you'll do:
- Cook fresh breakfasts, lunches, teas and snacks from our seasonal menu, which changes each term and rotates on a four-week cycle
- Cater safely for allergies and dietary needs in our nut-free kitchens
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised and compliant with food safety standards, including temperature and cleaning records
- Manage stock and deliveries while you're covering
- Work closely with the nursery team, and occasionally help children with simple baking sessions
£16 an hour
- Flexible work you can plan around, with holiday cover booked well ahead
- Paid training, including food hygiene and allergen awareness
- Holiday pay on the hours you work, and a company pension when you're eligible
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Cover Nursery Cook employer: Hestia
Hestia is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. As a Community Engagement Practitioner in Enfield, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with mental illness while benefiting from ongoing training and career advancement opportunities. Our commitment to employee growth, combined with a focus on person-centred care, makes Hestia a rewarding place to work.
