Kitchen Assistant - 15 hours

Bright Horizons UK; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nursery as a part-time Early Years Kitchen Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in promoting healthy eating among children. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to be part of an inclusive environment that values your contributions. With flexible working hours and access to professional development programs, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on children's nutrition. If you're passionate about cooking and inspiring healthy habits, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

Smart Health access

Financial support for wages

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme

Employee Appreciation events

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen role, either domestic or commercial.
• Passion for nutrition and healthy eating.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and kitchen management.
• Ensure food safety and manage dietary requirements.

Skills

Cooking experience

Nutrition knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Job description

Nursery: Bright Horizons North Finchley Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £12.84 - £13.00 an hour

Location: North Finchley

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

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

Bright Horizons is 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 ages and 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 email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.