Kitchen Assistant - 15 hours

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nursery as a part-time Early Years Kitchen Assistant, where your passion for nutrition and cooking will inspire young minds. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, contributing to children's healthy eating habits while enjoying a flexible schedule. You will benefit from above-industry-standard salary packages, access to health programs, and career development opportunities tailored to your journey. If you have a knack for cooking and a love for nurturing children, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in their lives.

Benefits

Annual salary reviews

Smart Health access

Financial support for wages

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen role is essential.
• Knowledge of managing dietary requirements is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and kitchen management.
• Inspire children in healthy eating and nutrition.

Skills

Cooking experience

Nutrition knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Tools

COSHH knowledge

Job description

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Nursery: Bright Horizons North Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool

Working hours: 15 hours per week - Tuesday to Thursday (These days may change so we do require some flexibility)

We are looking for a part-time Early Years Kitchen Assistant to join our Bright Horizons North Finchley Day Nursery, situated in North Finchley. We are close to West Finchley tube station (10 minute walk) and North Finchley bus station (5 minute walk). The super loop bus passes our nursery and stops at NF bus station.

What we can offer you:

1. Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
2. Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes, and mental health support
3. 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
4. Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
5. Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position
6. Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

What we’re looking for:

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

We look forward to receiving your application!