Nursery Kitchen Assistant Walton

Fennies Day Nurseries; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned day nursery in Walton-on-Thames is seeking a Nursery Kitchen Assistant to prepare nutritious meals and maintain high hygiene standards. You'll work closely with the Nursery Chef and contribute to a positive kitchen environment while supporting child well-being. Ideal candidates should have culinary experience, knowledge of food safety, and a passion for working with children. This full-time role offers competitive salaries, performance-related bonuses, and extensive perks for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Performance-related bonuses

Free daily lunches

Career development programs

Yearly leave increases

BUPA Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary fields or similar environments.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals while maintaining hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Continuously improve kitchen routines and menu innovations.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Food Service

Kitchen Experience

Hospitality Experience

Basic Math

Food Safety Experience

Retail Sales

Cooking

Sanitation

Job description

Job Title: Nursery Kitchen Assistant

Location: 1 Tennis Close Stompond Land Walton on Thames KT12 1FN

Salary: Up to 25396

Hours: 40 hours

Reports to: Nursery chef / catering manager

What Youll Be Doing

• Be All In: You bring daily commitment to preparing nutritious meals, maintaining high standards of hygiene, and supporting the well‑being of children through safe and thoughtful food service.
• Come Together: You contribute through quiet but essential collaboration, working closely with the Nursery Chef and wider team to ensure smooth kitchen operations and a positive mealtime experience.
• Be Yourself: You demonstrate grounded self‑awareness, take pride in your role, respect dietary needs, and maintain professionalism in a busy child‑focused environment.
• Go Further: You show practical ambition by continuously improving kitchen routines, supporting innovation in menus, and stepping up to ensure consistency and quality in everything you do.

Benefits & Perks

• Financial Rewards: Salaries that match or exceed industry standards, reviewed annually. Includes performance‑related bonuses and a £500 referral bonus.
• Incredible Incentives: Regular events such as our annual Christmas Party and Summer BBQ, plus daily lunches with a variety of options – completely free!
• Career Growth Opportunities: Targeted talent‑mapping professional development programmes and 1‑to‑1 coaching to help you go further in your role.
• Loyalty Rewards: Yearly increases in annual leave and recognition for your commitment through the Fennies Club gift cards and commemorative plaques celebrating your length of service and our Be All Spirit.
• Well‑being Focus: Access to our BUPA Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support, up to 33 days of annual leave, and childcare discounts available depending on your circumstances.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Fennies we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. A diverse workforce brings a wealth of perspectives, driving innovation and excellence. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Fennies Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and proof of identity will be in line with Safer Recruitment and Keeping Everyone Safe. We also carry out online searches for all shortlisted candidates, including Google and Social Media checks. Any relevant information found may be discussed during the interview process.

Key Skills

• Culinary Experience
• Food Handling
• Restaurant Experience
• Food Preparation Experience
• Food Service
• Kitchen Experience
• Hospitality Experience
• Basic Math
• Food Safety Experience
• Retail Sales
• Cooking
• Sanitation

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1