Temp Head Chef | Children's Nursery | Macclesfield | £19.61ph at Chefs for Chefs ltd

Macclesfield, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

19.61

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Menu planning, Food safety, Allergen management, Team leadership, Stock control, Portion control, Waste reduction, Kitchen management, Nutritional guidelines, Food hygiene

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Location: Macclesfield Rate: £19.61 per hour Hours: Temporary / 5 days over 7 Venue: Children's Nursery **Enhanced DBS Needed Company Benefits Competitive hourly rate Temporary contracts with potential for regular bookings Meals provided on duty Supportive, family-focused working environment Opportunities for training and professional development The Opportunity We are recruiting a reliable and experienced Temp Head Chef to lead the kitchen at a busy children’s nursery in Macclesfield. This role requires someone who can plan and deliver nutritious, well-balanced meals for young children, manage a small kitchen team, and maintain excellent food safety and allergen standards. The position is temporary with flexible shift patterns in line with the nursery’s hours and term-time patterns. Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, preparing breakfasts, lunches, and snacks in line with nutritional guidelines for early years Plan and prepare varied, child-friendly menus that meet dietary and allergen requirements Lead and supervise a small kitchen team, including kitchen assistants and kitchen-porters Maintain rigorous food hygiene, storage, and cleaning standards; complete required records and checklists Manage basic stock control, receive deliveries, and report low-stock items Support menu costing, portion control, and minimising waste while maintaining quality Provide training and induction for temporary or support staff when required Communicate effectively with nursery management regarding dietary needs, special requirements, and menu changes About You Relevant catering experience, ideally within a nursery, school, or other education setting, or in institutional/high-volume catering Proven experience in a supervisory or head chef role, able to lead a small team Valid Food Hygiene certification (Level 2 or above preferred) Knowledge of allergen management, nutrition for young children, and safe portioning Strong organisational skills with the ability to work to timetables and adapt to term-time schedules Reliable, punctual, and able to remain calm under pressure Enhanced DBS check required (or willingness to obtain one) Positive, inclusive approach and commitment to providing excellent service for children and staff How to Apply If you are interested in this temporary Head Chef role in Macclesfield and meet the requirements above, please get in touch to apply. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to equal opportunities. 📍 Location: Macclesfield 💷 Rate: £19.61 per hour 🕒 Hours: Temporary (term-time / flexible shifts) About Chefs for Chefs Chefs for Chefs are committed to promoting equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as both an employment agency and an employment business. You can find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Responsibilities

The Head Chef will lead kitchen operations, including planning and preparing nutritious, allergen-aware meals for children in a nursery setting. They are also responsible for supervising kitchen staff, managing stock, and ensuring strict adherence to food hygiene and safety standards.