Bank Chef

MP Training and Recruitment; Haslemere; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a flexible Early Years Chef to create nutritious meals for children. In this role, you will prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food while ensuring all dietary needs are met. You'll play a key role in promoting healthy eating habits and maintaining a safe kitchen environment. Join a company that values honesty, excellence, and teamwork, and enjoy a range of benefits including discounted childcare and access to health programs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives through food and nutrition.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

Discounted childcare

Smart Health access

Variety of discounts

Development programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking for children in a nursery or similar setting.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and food allergies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present age-appropriate food with minimal wastage.
• Ensure dietary requirements are communicated and catered for.

Skills

Cooking in domestic or commercial property

Nutrition knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Tools

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Haslemere Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £12.44 - £15 (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

We are looking for a flexible bright flex Early Years Chef to join our Bright Horizons Haslemere.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 40% for first child (T&Cs apply)
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes, and mental health support
• Huge variety of discounts across high street brands, utilities, and days out
• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

• Prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all the children with minimum wastage
• Take responsibility to ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teams
• Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements
• Have an active role in leading the cookery club sessions with the children
• Support with other nursery activities e.g., BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings
• Ensure stock levels are suitably managed and recorded, in line with company procedure
• Work in partnership with the nursery team and parents, to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet
• Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety, and safeguarding
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy, and safe environment

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience within a role which involves cooking in a domestic or commercial property
• Passion for nutrition, and inspiring others in healthy eating
• Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) – this must be passed on day 1 in post
• Sound knowledge of COSHH
• Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies
• Great communication skills, with both colleagues, children, and parents
• Ability to work under pressure

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.