Early Years Kitchen Assistant

Bright Horizons UK; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Early Years Kitchen Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in nourishing the next generation. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant nursery environment, supporting healthy eating and food preparation. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team, ensuring that meals are nutritious and cater to diverse dietary needs. With a strong focus on professional development and a supportive culture, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Embrace the chance to inspire young minds while enjoying a rewarding career in childcare.

Benefits

40% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

24/7 virtual GP appointments

Access to a careers coach

Qualifications

• Experience in a cooking role, managing dietary requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety and COSHH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef in preparing age-appropriate meals for children.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and dietary needs are met.

Skills

Food Safety CIEH L2

Communication Skills

Ability to manage dietary requirements

Cooking experience

Passion for nutrition

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Nursery – Bright Horizons Bristol Day Nursery

Salary – Starting from £25,538.44 per annum full time equivalent/ £12.21 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Hours - Part time, 12 hours per week Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

Location – Bristol, BS3

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 Kitchen Assistant to join our Bright Horizons Bristol Day Nursery and Preschool, situated under the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge, and overlooking the beautiful surroundings of the Ashton Court Estate. There are good public transport links and onsite park.

The 56 place nursery, has a real home from home feel, with many of our staff with 10+ years service. The nursery has recently undergone a full refurbishment and boasts an impressive outdoor space with pagoda's, mud kitchens and lots of room to explore and play. All rooms have access to the garden and use it daily to support children's physical development. The indoor area is also spacious and offers an array of learning opportunities for all age groups; from the calming sleep area in the baby room, to loose parts play and a curiosity corner in our Toddler room. We offer a school readiness programme in preschool as well as opportunities for Forest School sessions, mindfulness and gentle stretching and exciting opportunities for experiments and science activities. The Preschool children champion our Eco-Schools accreditation with the support of the wider nursery.

Our Benefits

• Childcare discount of 40% 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

• Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days

*Subject to T&Cs

The Role

As an Early Years Kitchen Assistant, you will support the Chef in the preparation and cooking of age-appropriate food for all the children in the nursery, with minimum wastage, and in keeping the kitchen a clean and safe environment. In the absence of the Chef, you will take responsibility for the running of the kitchen, and ensuring all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to teams.

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!

We look forward to receiving your application!

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