Job Description:
Join the Kindred Family – A Place to Grow, Thrive, and Make a Difference Are you passionate about food, nutrition, and creating warm, homely mealtime experiences for young children? Do you enjoy working in a role where your care, creativity, and attention to detail directly support children's development and wellbeing? At Kindred, we believe work should be more than just a job – it should be a place where you feel valued, supported, and inspired every day. Due to a new opportunity, we're excited to welcome a Nursery Chef to our friendly and dedicated team in Cambourne, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom. Whether you're an experienced nursery chef or looking to bring your catering skills into an early years environment, this role offers the chance to be part of a warm, inclusive setting where 91.71% of our team would recommend Kindred as a great place to work. Safeguarding Safeguarding is a shared responsibility to protect children, parents, and staff from harm. All staff are expected to act in accordance with Kindred's safeguarding and health & safety policies at all times. Why Join Kindred? At Kindred, we're more than a nursery group – we're a family. • Supportive Culture – Strong relationships, teamwork, and a genuine sense of belonging • Career Development – Ongoing training, support, and opportunities to grow within the organisation • Work-Life Balance – Structured working hours and flexible shift options • Competitive Pay & Benefits – Regularly benchmarked salaries, bonuses, pensions, and paid leave • Award-Winning Family – A company that values recognition, personal growth, and team success Our Recruitment Process • Interviews: Rolling interviews • Expected Start Date: ASAP Our process includes: • A video interview followed by a face-to-face interview at the nursery • Background checks including references, DBS, and qualification verification, in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey? To apply for the Nursery Chef position, please click the "Apply" button, complete the application form, and include your CV along with a short cover letter explaining your interest in the role. We aim to respond to all applicants within 2–5 working days. Thank you for considering a career with Kindred. As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
