Part-Time Nursery Kitchen Assistant — Nourishing Kids

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool; St. Day; On-site; GBP 16,081 - 22,904; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount of 40% for the first child

Enhanced parental leave

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Financial and wellbeing benefits

Professional development programme access

Job summary

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool is seeking an Early Years Kitchen Assistant for our New Eltham Nursery in London. The role is part-time, working Monday to Friday from 9:30 to 16:00, offering a starting salary of £14.15 per hour, dependent on qualifications and experience.

You'll support the Chef in food preparation while ensuring a clean kitchen. Ideal candidates have previous cooking experience and a passion for nutrition. Benefits include childcare discounts and professional development access.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cooking role in a domestic or commercial property.
• Knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, especially food allergies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef in preparing and cooking food for children.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Take responsibility for kitchen operations in the Chef's absence.

Skills

Previous experience within a cooking role

Passion for nutrition

Ability to manage dietary requirements

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Knowledge of COSHH

Great communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Job description

Bright Horizons Early Education & Preschool is seeking an Early Years Kitchen Assistant for our New Eltham Nursery in London. The role is part-time, working Monday to Friday from 9:30 to 16:00, offering a starting salary of £14.15 per hour, dependent on qualifications and experience.

You'll support the Chef in food preparation while ensuring a clean kitchen. Ideal candidates have previous cooking experience and a passion for nutrition. Benefits include childcare discounts and professional development access.