Early Years Kitchen Assistant — Nourish Little Minds

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Northampton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount 40%

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus holidays and

Paid Christmas closure

Pension

Wellbeing benefits and early wage

Job summary

Bright Horizons Wooldale Day Nursery and Preschool in Northampton is seeking an Early Years Kitchen Assistant to support the Chef in preparing age-appropriate meals, minimising waste, and keeping the kitchen clean and safe. You will cater for dietary requirements, communicate needs to teams, and take charge in the Chef's absence.

The role offers part-time hours (Mon–Fri 10:00–14:00) with a friendly, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience in a domestic or commercial setting.
• Passion for nutrition and promoting healthy eating.
• Strong communication with colleagues, children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef in preparing and cooking age-appropriate meals with minimal waste.
• In the Chef's absence, run the kitchen and ensure dietary requirements are clearly communicated to teams.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment and ensure food safety standards are met.

Skills

Cooking experience

Nutrition awareness

Communication skills

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Tools

COSHH

Job description

Bright Horizons Wooldale Day Nursery and Preschool in Northampton is seeking an Early Years Kitchen Assistant to support the Chef in preparing age-appropriate meals, minimising waste, and keeping the kitchen clean and safe. You will cater for dietary requirements, communicate needs to teams, and take charge in the Chef's absence.

The role offers part-time hours (Mon–Fri 10:00–14:00) with a friendly, supportive environment.