Bright Flex Chef

MP Training and Recruitment; Woking; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive nursery as a Bank Staff Member, where your culinary skills will help shape the future of young minds! This role offers the flexibility of bank work combined with the benefits of being an employee, allowing you to create nutritious meals while fostering a fun and creative environment for children. With a commitment to personal development and a supportive team, you'll thrive in a workplace recognized as a Great Place to Work. If you have a passion for nutrition and a desire to inspire healthy eating, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

40% discounted childcare

Smart Health access

Variety of discounts

Development programme access

Employee Appreciation events

Paid volunteer day

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present age-appropriate meals for children.
• Ensure dietary requirements are met and communicated.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Skills

Cooking in domestic or commercial property

Nutrition and healthy eating

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

COSHH knowledge

Managing dietary requirements

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Bright Horizons Woking Day Nursery and Preschool

Hourly Rate: From £13.00ph (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Woking

Working as a qualified Bank Staff Member within one of our nurseries, you can blend the convenience of Bank / Locum / Agency work, with the security and benefits of being an employee – giving you the flexibility to work when you want!

If you’re looking for a flexible working role, where you can have fun, be creative, and help to develop little minds – a Bank role with Bright Horizons would be a perfect fit for you.

What we can offer you:

• 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 - as well 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.