Nursery Chef Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026.
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Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Nursery Chef Manager to join our team at Chichester, PO19 1SB. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced chef with strong leadership skills to manage a nursery catering operation, providing nutritious, balanced, and high-quality meals for young children in a safe and nurturing environment.
Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated Nursery Chef Manager to lead the kitchen operation, ensuring the delivery of healthy and appealing meals that meet the nutritional needs of children. You will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, stock management, and maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene while managing the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children
- Manage the daily operation of the nursery kitchen
- Ensure all meals meet dietary, allergen, and nutritional requirements
- Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
- Manage food ordering, stock control, and kitchen budgets
- Keep accurate records relating to allergens, temperatures, and compliance
- Build positive relationships with nursery staff, children, and parents where
appropriate
- Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised, and fully compliant with regulations
What's in it for You?
- £14.00 per hour
- 40 hours per week, 7am - 15.30pm Monday - Friday
- Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats)
- Company pension contributions
- Life assurance
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Apprenticeship schemes available
- Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within
- Be part of a talented and supportive team
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Chef, Chef Manager, or similar catering leadership role
- Experience working within a nursery, school, healthcare, or similar environment is desirable
- Strong knowledge of nutrition, allergens, and special dietary requirements
- Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
- Ability to manage kitchen budgets, stock, and food ordering
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and team leadership abilities
- Relevant catering qualifications and food hygiene certification are desirable
Additional Requirements
- Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks
- DBS check required
- Successful candidates must satisfy all pre-employment screening requirements prior to commencing employment.
At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.
We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.
For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team - [email protected]
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