Nursery Chef

TemporaryNEW

Job Role: Nursery Chef
Location: Cambridge
Employer: Private Nurseries (Temporary Agency Work)
Salary / Rate of Pay: £17+ per hour

Platinum Recruitment is proud to be supporting a number of nurseries across Cambridge, and we’re looking for experienced Chefs to join our team on a temporary, flexible basis.

This is agency work, with shifts available across multiple nursery settings depending on demand. It’s a great opportunity for chefs seeking weekday, daytime hours in a rewarding environment.

Please note: A valid enhanced DBS certificate is required for this role.

What’s in it for you?

• £17+ per hour
• Flexible, temporary agency shifts
• Monday to Friday – daytime hours
• No evenings or weekends
• Weekly pay every Friday
• Opportunities across different nursery settings in Cambridge
• Work that fits around your availability

Package

• Competitive hourly rate of £17+ per hour

Why Join Platinum Recruitment?

As a Nursery Chef working through Platinum Recruitment, you’ll support local nurseries by preparing fresh, nutritious meals for children while maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.

This role is perfect for reliable, adaptable chefs who can confidently step into different kitchens and manage service independently. If you enjoy structured hours and meaningful work, this is an excellent opportunity.

What’s Required?

• Previous Chef experience (nursery, school or contract catering desirable)
• Strong Food Safety & Health & Safety knowledge
• Experience catering for allergies and dietary requirements
• Ability to manage stock and kitchen organisation
• Food Hygiene Level 2
• Safeguarding Level 2
• Valid enhanced DBS certificate
• Right to work in the UK
• Flexible and professional approach

Sounds like the role for you?

We’d love to hear from you!

Click Apply Now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss Nursery Chef opportunities across Cambridge.

Consultant: Katie Harding
Job Number: KH810 / INDCATERERING
Job Role: Nursery Chef
Location: Cambridge

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.