Location: Liverpool
Pay Rate: £15.68 per hour
Type: Temporary Contract (Immediate Start Available)
Setting: Children’s Nursery

Why Join as Head Chef in a Liverpool Nursery? – Chef Jobs for Education Catering

Are you a dedicated and creative culinary professional seeking to make a difference in young lives? This Head Chef opportunity at a reputable children’s nursery in Liverpool is perfect for a chef who values work-life balance, enjoys inspiring healthy habits in children, and thrives in a supportive, daytime-only environment. Be part of a setting where your skills directly impact children’s wellbeing every day.

About the Role – Lead Chef for Children’s Nursery Kitchen

• Oversee the daily running of the nursery kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient service for children and staff.
• Design and prepare nutritious, age-appropriate menus, following early years nutrition guidelines and accommodating allergies or special dietary requirements.
• Lead, motivate, and train kitchen staff to maintain high standards and teamwork.
• Maintain rigorous food safety, hygiene, and allergen management processes in line with nursery regulations.
• Order and manage stock, control wastage, and adhere to budgetary requirements.
• Collaborate with nursery management and educators on themed days and special events.

Ideal Candidate Profile – Head Chef for Nursery, Education, and Child Catering

• Previous experience as Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Senior Chef in nursery, school, education, or contract catering environments.
• Confident designing balanced, child-friendly menus with a passion for children’s nutrition and well-being.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and compliance with food safety and allergen legislation for children’s settings.
• Supportive leader with strong communication and organization skills.
• Reliable, flexible, and able to drive high-quality standards under time constraints.
• Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check required – we can assist with the application process if needed.

What We Offer – Chef Jobs in Liverpool Nurseries

• Competitive pay: £15.68 per hour, paid weekly.
• Daytime hours, typically Monday–Friday (term-time only, hours that suit family life).
• Friendly, inclusive, and welcoming nursery team environment.
• An opportunity to shape positive eating habits in young children at a vital stage of development.
• Immediate start possible; potential for further contracts or ongoing roles in Liverpool nurseries and schools.

Apply Now – Head Chef Roles in Children’s Nursery Catering, Liverpool

If you’re a proactive and enthusiastic chef looking to inspire healthy eating and lead a caring kitchen team, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a dedicated nursery community making a meaningful difference every day.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of gender identity, age, race,