Lunchtime Assistant: Nursery Kitchen & Mealtime Coach

Cherubs Nurseries; Bingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Cherubs Nurseries is seeking a Lunchtime Assistant to support kitchen duties and nursery mealtime activities. You will assist with meal preparation, cleaning and safeguarding while helping provide a safe, educational lunch experience for children.

The role requires Level 2 in Early Years and awareness of food safety. Preference for experience with babies and young children, with opportunities to cover additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent).
• Level 2 Early Years Educator qualification is essential.
• Food Safety in Catering Certificate (can be completed with us).
• Experience working with young children is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience of supporting catering for individuals with allergies and dietary requirements is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience of preparing food for young children is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support in preparation of healthy and nutritious meals and snacks from Cherubs menus.
• Take an active role championing cooking and baking across all nursery areas.
• Remove kitchen waste regularly and dispose of in correct bins.
• Ensure meals are ready at the correct times meeting deadlines and guidelines.
• Keep the children’s environment safe, clean and compliant with safeguarding policies.
• Be a role model for children and demonstrate best practice to colleagues.
• Ensure toys and equipment are clean and sterilised as required.
• Supervise mealtimes to create a learning opportunity for children.
• Adhere to Cherubs Nurseries policies and procedures.

Skills

Level 2 Early Years Educator

Food safety knowledge

Child engagement

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Level 2 Early Years Educator qualification

Food Safety in Catering Certificate

Job description

Cherubs Nurseries is seeking a Lunchtime Assistant to support kitchen duties and nursery mealtime activities. You will assist with meal preparation, cleaning and safeguarding while helping provide a safe, educational lunch experience for children.

The role requires Level 2 in Early Years and awareness of food safety. Preference for experience with babies and young children, with opportunities to cover additional duties as needed.