MARIA ALVARADO
Nursery Chef
London,City of London
Work preference
Summary
Highly skilled Nursery Head Chef with advanced certification in Food Safety (Level 3). Specialist in early years nutrition, allergen management, and inclusive menu planning (Vegan/Religious diets). Proven track record cooking and managing high-volume kitchens (130+ daily meals) while maintaining strict safety, hygiene, and first aid standards. Dedicated to providing healthy, delicious meals that support children's development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Head Chef
Nursery
Chiswick, London
2023.01 - Current
- Designed and implemented 3-week rotating menu featuring
specialised vegan and allergen-free options to meet strict
nutritional standards for child development. - Planned, checked, and concurrent cooked of multiple daily preparations, strictly managing allergens and special dietary requirements to ensure completely risk-free environment for children.
- Managed weekly inventory and supplier relationships to ensure
quality ingredients while maintaining hygiene standards. - Supervised kitchen assistants, ensuring high-quality service and
adherence to safety protocols.
Cook
Takeaway
Swindon, Wiltshire
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Provided customer service in busy environments over 50 customers by assisting with POS payments.
- Supported hygiene efforts by adhering to infection prevention and control (IPC) standards.
Education
ESOL, Entry 3 - Language
New College
Swindon 2022.11 - 2023.07
Skills
- IPC Standards
- Multitasking
- Food health and safety
- Vegan awareness
- Early Years nutritional guidelines
- Stock management (FIFO)
- Staff supervision
- Menu planning
- Customer service
- Inventory management
Languages
Spanish
Native
English
Intermediate (B1)
Certification
Advanced Food Safety and Hygiene - Level 3 | 2025
Food Allergy Awareness | 2025
Food Safety and Hygiene - Level 2 | 2025
Vegan Awareness | 2026
Health and Nutrition in Early Years | 2026
Kitchen and Catering Practices | 2026
Customer Service | 2026
Food Premises Cleaning | 2025
Basic First Aid | 2026
Work availability
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Head Chef
Nursery
2023.01 - Current
ESOL, Entry 3 - Language
New College
2022.11 - 2023.07
Cook
Takeaway
2022.01 - 2023.01