Hestia Education Ltd
Nursery Cook
E16 2TF
Key information
- Pay
- from £16 an hour
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Workplace arrangement
- On-site
- Posted date
- 9 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Nov 2026
About this role
Nest Royal Wharf is our nursery for babies and young toddlers at 30 Royal Crest Avenue, E16, by Pontoon Dock DLR. We're looking for a permanent Nursery Cook to run our kitchen and cook fresh, nutritious food for our children every day.
What you'll do
- Cook fresh breakfasts, lunches, teas and snacks from our seasonal menu, which changes each term and rotates on a four-week cycle
- Cater safely for allergies and dietary needs in our nut-free kitchen
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised and compliant with food safety standards, including temperature and cleaning records
- Manage stock, ordering and deliveries
- Work closely with the nursery team, and occasionally help children with simple baking sessions
What we offer
- £16 an hour
- Paid training, including food hygiene and allergen awareness
- Private health insurance (after one year)
- 50% off childcare at a Nest nursery
- Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans
- 28 days' holiday
- Company pension
- A friendly team and regular socials