Early Years Chef

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Essex is seeking an Early Years Chef to prepare healthy meals for children. Responsibilities include catering for dietary requirements and leading cookery sessions. Ideal candidates will have cooking experience and knowledge of food safety. Join a supportive environment where you can make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

50% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension plan

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development access

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial property.
• Demonstrate knowledge of managing different dietary requirements.
• Great communication skills with colleagues, children, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for children.
• Cater for all dietary requirements and communicate to teams.
• Lead cookery club sessions and support nursery activities.

Skills

Cooking experience

Passion for nutrition

Food Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or equivalent

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Teddies Loughton Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary – Starting from: £29,140.80 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location - Loughton, Essex

Hours- Full time Hours, Monday- Friday example 8am-5pm

Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”

We’re looking for an Early Years Chef to join our Bright Horizons Teddies Loughton, situated Loughton, Essex is conveniently located under a mile from Debden town centre and Debden underground station, and just over a mile from Loughton town centre. Our Nursery is set on the grounds of Debden Park High School and is rated 'Good' by Ofsted.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 50% for first child

• Enhanced parental leave

• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*

• Pension

• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more

• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

As an Early Years Chef you will prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all the children in the nursery, with minimum wastage. You will ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to teams, and work in partnership with the team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet. You will also have an active role in leading cookery club sessions with the children, and support with other nursery activities, such as BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience within a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial property

• Passion for nutrition, and inspiring others in healthy eating

• Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies

• Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) – this must be passed on day 1 in post

• Sound knowledge of COSHH

• Great communication skills, with colleagues, children, and parents

• Ability to work under pressure

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.

If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!

INDCLH

We look forward to receiving your application!

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