Cover Nursery Cook – Flexible, across 3 nurseries
| Company: | Hestia Education Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £16 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, E16 2TF |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 9 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Nov 2026 |
Summary
We're looking for a flexible Cover Nursery Cook to keep our kitchens running when our nursery cooks are on holiday or off sick. You'll work across all three Nest nurseries: Royal Wharf and Marco Polo in the Royal Docks (E16), and Embassy Gardens in Nine Elms (SW11). Expect around 15 weeks' work a year, mostly holiday cover booked well in advance, with some shorter-notice sickness cover.
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 kitchens
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised and compliant with food safety standards, including temperature and cleaning records
- Manage stock and deliveries while you're covering
- Work closely with the nursery team, and occasionally help children with simple baking sessions
What we offer:
- £16 an hour
- Flexible work you can plan around, with holiday cover booked well ahead
- Paid training, including food hygiene and allergen awareness
- Holiday pay on the hours you work, and a company pension when you're eligible
- A friendly team and regular socials
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