Flexible Kitchen Assistant — Nursery Kitchen & Nutrition

N Family Club; Hove; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Free lunch & drinks

Referral bonus

Wellbeing & socials

Discounts

Nursery joining fees exemption

Welcome bonus

Job summary

N Family Club in Hove is seeking a Flexi Kitchen Assistant to support our chef in running a state-of-the-art nursery kitchen. You will help prepare nutritious meals for children, manage dietary needs, and assist with daily kitchen operations in a vibrant early-years environment.

You will work in a nursery kitchen, ensuring high food hygiene standards. The role offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities to grow within a growing UK nursery group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or nursery kitchen.
• Knowledge of allergens and child nutrition.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 or willingness to complete during onboarding.
• Passion for food and nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cooking fresh meals for nursery children and support the chef.
• Carry out pot-washing and ensure crockery and equipment are cleaned and sterilised.
• Follow nutritionist-designed recipes to ensure nutrition and vitamins for each child.
• Cater to dietary needs and allergies, adhering to safety guidelines.
• Prepare daily lunch and smoothies for the nursery team with varied dietary requirements.
• Maintain kitchen paperwork and a daily cleaning/ due-diligence diary; adhere to policies.
• Order food supplies, manage weekly ordering and stock rotation.
• Cover and lead the kitchen in the chef's absence.
• Foster positive relationships with nursery staff, children and parents.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Allergen knowledge

Nutrition awareness

Job description

N Family Club in Hove is seeking a Flexi Kitchen Assistant to support our chef in running a state-of-the-art nursery kitchen. You will help prepare nutritious meals for children, manage dietary needs, and assist with daily kitchen operations in a vibrant early-years environment.

You will work in a nursery kitchen, ensuring high food hygiene standards. The role offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities to grow within a growing UK nursery group.