Chef De Partie

Pay: £12.50-£13.00 per hour
Job Description:
Chef/Housekeeper – Nourish & Nurture at Ashbourne Day Nurseries
Location: Grantham
Are you passionate about creating nutritious meals and maintaining a warm, welcoming environment for young children? Ashbourne Day Nurseries is looking for a caring and organised Chef/Housekeeper to join our friendly team and help provide the very best start in life for the children in our care.
About Us
At Ashbourne Day Nurseries, we believe every child deserves a safe, healthy, and happy environment where they can thrive. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve grown into a family of unique nursery settings across the UK.
Your Role as Chef/Housekeeper
As our Chef/Housekeeper, you’ll be a vital part of daily life at the nursery. From preparing delicious, balanced meals to keeping our environment clean, safe, and welcoming, your work will directly support the wellbeing and development of every child in our care.
This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same — and your efforts behind the scenes will make a big difference in the lives of our children, families, and team.
What You’ll Be Doing
Planning and preparing healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks in line with dietary requirements and allergies
Maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards in the kitchen
Keeping communal areas, kitchens, and children’s spaces clean, tidy, and well-organised
Supporting the nursery team in creating a warm, inviting atmosphere for children and parents
Monitoring and managing stock levels and food orders
Ensuring compliance with health & safety and environmental health regulations
About You
You have experience in a similar role – ideally within a nursery, school, care home, or other childcare/healthcare setting
You have a strong understanding of food hygiene, allergens, and nutrition for young children
You hold a Food Hygiene certificate
You’re friendly, organised, and take pride in maintaining high standards
You’re flexible, proactive, and enjoy being part of a supportive team
You’re passionate about creating a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for children
What We Offer
A competitive salary and benefits package
A supportive and welcoming team environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
A well-equipped kitchen and facilities designed for nursery catering
The chance to make a real difference behind the scenes, every single day
Ready to Join Our Nursery Family?
If you’re a team player with a passion for good food, cleanliness, and childcare, we’d love to hear from you!
Ashbourne Day Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.50-£13.00 per hour
Job Description:
Chef/Housekeeper – Nourish & Nurture at Ashbourne Day Nurseries
Location: Grantham
Are you passionate about creating nutritious meals and maintaining a warm, welcoming environment for young children? Ashbourne Day Nurseries is looking for a caring and organised Chef/Housekeeper to join our friendly team and help provide the very best start in life for the children in our care.
About Us
At Ashbourne Day Nurseries, we believe every child deserves a safe, healthy, and happy environment where they can thrive. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve grown into a family of unique nursery settings across the UK.
Your Role as Chef/Housekeeper
As our Chef/Housekeeper, you’ll be a vital part of daily life at the nursery. From preparing delicious, balanced meals to keeping our environment clean, safe, and welcoming, your work will directly support the wellbeing and development of every child in our care.
This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same — and your efforts behind the scenes will make a big difference in the lives of our children, families, and team.
What You’ll Be Doing
Planning and preparing healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks in line with dietary requirements and allergies
Maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards in the kitchen
Keeping communal areas, kitchens, and children’s spaces clean, tidy, and well-organised
Supporting the nursery team in creating a warm, inviting atmosphere for children and parents
Monitoring and managing stock levels and food orders
Ensuring compliance with health & safety and environmental health regulations
About You
You have experience in a similar role – ideally within a nursery, school, care home, or other childcare/healthcare setting
You have a strong understanding of food hygiene, allergens, and nutrition for young children
You hold a Food Hygiene certificate
You’re friendly, organised, and take pride in maintaining high standards
You’re flexible, proactive, and enjoy being part of a supportive team
You’re passionate about creating a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for children
What We Offer
A competitive salary and benefits package
A supportive and welcoming team environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
A well-equipped kitchen and facilities designed for nursery catering
The chance to make a real difference behind the scenes, every single day
Ready to Join Our Nursery Family?
If you’re a team player with a passion for good food, cleanliness, and childcare, we’d love to hear from you!
Ashbourne Day Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Job Type: Part-time 25 hours per week
Benefits:
Additional leave
Childcare
Store discount
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Additional leave
Childcare
Store discount
Work Location: In person