Early Years Kitchen Assistant

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Whitmore; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A nursery in Bromley, Kent, seeks a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation and maintain hygiene standards for children. Join a reputable organization that values well-being and offers competitive benefits. Ideal candidates should have prior kitchen experience and a passion for healthy cooking.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

Discounted childcare

Annual leave of up to 33 days

Development programme access

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience essential, in commercial or domestic settings.
• Passion for healthy eating and nutrition.
• Must pass food safety certification on first day.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Assist Chef with food preparation for children.
• Manage dietary requirements and ensure safety.

Skills

Cooking experience

Communication skills

Nutritional knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Job description

Job Description

Nursery: Bright Horizons Bromley Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £12.84 - £13.49 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Bromley, Kent

We are looking for a part time, nursery-based Kitchen Assistant to join our Bright Horizons Bromley Day Nursery and Preschool in Bromley, Kent. This is a part time position working 20 hours per week working 11am-3pm 5 days per week.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 40% for first child
• Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
• Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out
• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

• Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements
• Support the Chef in the preparation and cooking of age-appropriate food for all the children, with minimal food wastage
• In the absence of the Chef, take responsibility for the running of the kitchen, and ensuring all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teams
• Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding
• Support the Chef to ensure budgetary requirements are met, and stock levels are suitably managed and recorded
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience within a role which involves cooking or working in a kitchen within a domestic or commercial property
• Passion for nutrition, and inspiring others in healthy eating
• Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) – this must be passed on day 1 in post
• Sound knowledge of COSHH
• Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies
• Great communication skills, with both colleagues, children, and parents
• Ability to work under pressure

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all 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.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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