Early Years Chef

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 50%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave

Pension

Virtual GP access

Career development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Nursling Day Nursery And Preschool in Southampton is seeking an Early Years Chef for a part-time role (16 hours per week). You will prepare and present meals for children, catering to dietary needs and promoting healthy eating.

You will also lead cookery clubs and support nursery activities and events. The position requires prior cooking experience, knowledge of nutrition, and food safety (CIEH L2+).

Qualifications

• Must have food preparation experience and ability to cook for children.
• Demonstrates knowledge of dietary requirements and allergies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present meals for children with minimal waste.
• Cater for dietary requirements and communicate to teams.
• Lead cookery club sessions and assist with nursery events.

Skills

Cooking experience

Nutrition passion

Dietary requirements knowledge

Communication skills

Pressure management

Food safety (CIEH L2+)

COSHH knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Food safety qualification (CIEH L2+)

Tools

Kitchen equipment proficiency

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Nursling Day Nursery And PreschoolSalary – From £28,776.90 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)Location – Southampton, HampshireAre 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 Nursling Day Nursery. This is a part time position working 16 hours per week.Our BenefitsChildcare discount of 50% for first childEnhanced parental leave20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*PensionFinancial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and moreProfessional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach*Subject to T&CsThe RoleAs 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 forPrevious experience within a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial propertyPassion for nutrition, and inspiring others in healthy eatingAbility to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergiesFood Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) – this must be passed on day 1 in postSound knowledge of COSHHGreat communication skills, with colleagues, children, and parentsAbility to work under pressureBright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.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!Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years. Apply today!We look forward to receiving your application!