Early Years Kitchen Assistant

Bright Horizons UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in London is seeking a full-time Early Years Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation and ensure dietary needs are met. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a cooking role, a passion for nutrition, and excellent communication skills. Join a company that values teamwork and inclusivity while making a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Qualifications

• Experience in a cooking role in domestic or commercial settings.
• Ability to manage food allergies and dietary requirements.
• Strong communication skills with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef in food preparation and cooking.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Oversee kitchen operations in the Chef's absence.

Skills

Previous experience within a cooking role

Passion for nutrition

Knowledge of managing dietary requirements

Great communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Job description

Overview

Nursery – Bright Horizons Bexleyheath Day Nursery

Salary – £28,184 - £29,536 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location – Bexleyheath, London

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 Bexleyheath nursery full time working Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• £28,184 - £29,536 per annum
• 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

*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] and we will be happy to help.