Grandir UK
Floating Nursery Chef - Field Based
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Field Support Chef
Location: Dicky Birds Nurseries (Surbiton, Wimbledon, and Raynes Park)
Part of Grandir UK Salary: £26,437 - £30,701 (with regular pay reviews)
Our Dicky Birds Day Nursery, including two Outstanding rated nurseries, is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Field Nursery Chef to join our team. You will play a key role in supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity, and helping them thrive every day.
Why You’ll Love Working at Dicky Birds Nurseries
Join a supportive, child-focused nursery with:
- A welcoming team committed to mutual care and growth
- A positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment
- Flexible working options and strong progression opportunities
Core Benefits
- 33 days annual leave (including 3 days during the Christmas shutdown)
- Christmas & New Year shutdown
- Big childcare discounts
- £500 referral bonus
- Company pension scheme with employer contributions
- Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
- Life assurance (for employees aged 18–65)
- Certified Great Place to Work (employee-voted)
About Our Nursery
Our Team & Parent Partnerships
- A dedicated team combining experience and innovation, supported by ongoing training
- Strong family partnerships through events, stay-and-play sessions, a lending library, and Famly app updates
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Facilities
- Age-specific rooms (baby, toddler, preschool) with nurturing spaces for independence and school readiness
- Outdoor garden for skill development and social play
Activities
- Engaging programmes including:
- Forest School
- Make and Bake
- PE Classes
Community Outings
- Regular visits (e.g., library, train station, local parks) to foster real-world experiences
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare six-monthly menus while gathering feedback to finalise the menu
- Support and guide catering staff and Nursery Managers
- Maintain high catering standards through monitoring and auditing
- Assist with catering staff recruitment and selection
- Conduct TCC and PSN kitchen audits
- Ensure complete, accurate kitchen records
- Build professional relationships with nursery staff
Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits
- Maternity leave: Fully paid (100% salary for the first 12 weeks)
- Paternity leave: 4 weeks (fully paid)
- Bereavement leave: Up to 4 weeks (paid)
- Compassionate leave: Up to 2 weeks (paid)
- Miscarriage leave: Up to 2 weeks (paid)
- Wellbeing Day: Extra day off for personal health and well-being
- The Grand Event: Additional week of leave to attend significant life events after 2 years’ service
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Extra Benefits
- Employee benefits portal with retail/supermarket discounts
- 24/7 remote GP appointments
- Medical cashback (dental, physiotherapy, alternative therapies)
- Team celebrations & May recognition celebrations
- In-house training and career progression
- Sustainability commitment (Carbon Literacy training, Eco Schools accreditation)
Requirements
- An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
- Equal opportunity employer recruiting based on merit alone.
Application Notes
- Applications reviewed as they arrive—employer reserves the right to close the role early.
- AI-assisted tools may support screening/reference checks—final decisions made by the team.
Ready to apply? Start your journey with Dicky Birds Nurseries today!
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