Early Years Kitchen Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Ely is seeking an Early Years Kitchen Assistant to support the Chef in preparing nutritious meals for children. Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen cleanliness and managing dietary requirements. Ideal candidates will have cooking experience, a passion for nutrition, and strong communication skills. The role offers a salary of £25,539 per annum, childcare discounts, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Childcare discount of 40% for first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial property.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of managing dietary requirements, particularly food allergies.
• Great communication skills with colleagues, children, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef in preparing and cooking food for children.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Chef's absence.
• Ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and communicated.

Skills

Experience in cooking

Passion for nutrition

Knowledge of dietary requirements

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Job description

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.

• 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
• £25,539 per annum FTE
• 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