Early Years Chef

Bright Horizons; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Pension

Childcare discount 50%

Early wage access

Wellbeing benefits

Career development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Clairmont in Wilmslow is seeking an Early Years Chef to prepare and present nutritious meals for children, with a focus on dietary needs and portion control. The role involves teamwork with nursery staff and active involvement in cookery sessions and events.

The position offers a salary from £28,776.90 per year and benefits including childcare discount, enhanced parental leave, and access to development programmes. A supportive HEART culture is highlighted by the employer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a cooking role
• Passion for nutrition and healthy eating
• Ability to manage dietary requirements and allergies
• Excellent communication with colleagues, children and parents
• Able to work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present age-appropriate meals with minimum wastage
• Communicate dietary requirements clearly to the team
• Lead cookery club sessions with children
• Support nursery activities and events (BBQs, Fetes, staff meetings)

Education

Food Safety Level 2 (CIEH) or equivalent

Job description

Nursey – Bright Horizons Clairmont

Salary – from £28,776.90 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 6EG

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 Clairmont nursery.

Our Benefits

• £28,776.90per annum
• 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

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.

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.

We look forward to receiving your application!