Early Years Kitchen Assistant - Nursery Chef Support Mon-Fri

Bright Horizons; Gaydon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

Annual leave + holidays

Pension

Wellbeing benefits

Career development

Job summary

Bright Horizons Woodland Day Nursery in Gaydon, Warwickshire, is seeking an Early Years Kitchen Assistant to support the Chef in preparing child-friendly meals and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen. The role requires knowledge of dietary requirements and strong communication with staff and parents.

The position offers hours Mon-Fri 09:30-14:30, with a salary of £13.26 per hour, plus a range of benefits including childcare discounts and enhanced parental leave.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Level 2 (CIEH) or equivalent.
• Experience in cooking, domestic or commercial setting.
• Passion for nutrition and healthy eating leadership.
• Ability to manage dietary requirements and allergies.
• Excellent communication with colleagues, children and parents.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef with preparing and cooking age-appropriate meals.
• Keep the kitchen clean, safe and minimize waste.
• In the Chef's absence, run the kitchen and manage dietary needs.
• Clearly communicate dietary requirements to teams.

Skills

Food safety

Communication skills

Dietary requirements

Work under pressure

Education

Food Safety Level 2 (CIEH) or above

Tools

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Bright Horizons Woodland Day Nursery in Gaydon, Warwickshire, is seeking an Early Years Kitchen Assistant to support the Chef in preparing child-friendly meals and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen. The role requires knowledge of dietary requirements and strong communication with staff and parents.

The position offers hours Mon-Fri 09:30-14:30, with a salary of £13.26 per hour, plus a range of benefits including childcare discounts and enhanced parental leave.