About the job

Company Description Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Sidcup is part of a well-established nursery group that provides high-quality early years education and care. The Sidcup setting offers a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for babies and young children, with a strong focus on learning through play and healthy development. The team works collaboratively to support children’s wellbeing, including nutritious, balanced meals prepared on-site. The nursery is committed to professional standards, safeguarding, and strong partnerships with families to deliver an excellent childcare experience.Role Description The Chef De Partie role at Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Sidcup is a full-time, on-site position based in the London Area, United Kingdom. The role involves preparing and cooking healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks for children, following agreed menus, dietary requirements, and allergy guidelines. The Chef De Partie will assist in menu planning, maintain high standards of food presentation, and ensure portion control suitable for different age groups. Day-to-day tasks include stock control, ordering ingredients, and managing deliveries to support cost-effective, waste-conscious kitchen operations. The role also requires maintaining strict hygiene standards, adhering to food safety regulations, completing relevant records, and working closely with the nursery team to support children’s wellbeing and mealtime routines.Qualifications Professional culinary training and experience in a similar role, ideally within nursery, school, or catering environments.
Knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and strict adherence to hygiene and cleanliness standards.
Experience preparing nutritious meals for children, including understanding dietary needs, allergies, and menu planning.
Strong organizational and time management skills to handle meal planning, preparation, and kitchen administration.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with nursery staff and communicate clearly with management.
Relevant food hygiene and safety certifications; additional catering or childcare-related qualifications are an advantage.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and maintain a calm, professional approach in a busy kitchen environment.
Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practices in line with nursery policies and legal requirements.

Responsibilities

About the job

Company Description Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Sidcup is part of a well-established nursery group that provides high-quality early years education and care. The Sidcup setting offers a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for babies and young children, with a strong focus on learning through play and healthy development. The team works collaboratively to support children’s wellbeing, including nutritious, balanced meals prepared on-site. The nursery is committed to professional standards, safeguarding, and strong partnerships with families to deliver an excellent childcare experience.Role Description The Chef De Partie role at Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries Sidcup is a full-time, on-site position based in the London Area, United Kingdom. The role involves preparing and cooking healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks for children, following agreed menus, dietary requirements, and allergy guidelines. The Chef De Partie will assist in menu planning, maintain high standards of food presentation, and ensure portion control suitable for different age groups. Day-to-day tasks include stock control, ordering ingredients, and managing deliveries to support cost-effective, waste-conscious kitchen operations. The role also requires maintaining strict hygiene standards, adhering to food safety regulations, completing relevant records, and working closely with the nursery team to support children’s wellbeing and mealtime routines.Qualifications Professional culinary training and experience in a similar role, ideally within nursery, school, or catering environments.
Knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and strict adherence to hygiene and cleanliness standards.
Experience preparing nutritious meals for children, including understanding dietary needs, allergies, and menu planning.
Strong organizational and time management skills to handle meal planning, preparation, and kitchen administration.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with nursery staff and communicate clearly with management.
Relevant food hygiene and safety certifications; additional catering or childcare-related qualifications are an advantage.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and maintain a calm, professional approach in a busy kitchen environment.
Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practices in line with nursery policies and legal requirements.