Part-Time Nursery Kitchen Assistant — Nutritious Meals

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Watford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% childcare discount

Enhanced parental leave

20 days leave + holidays

Pension

Virtual GP access

Early wage access

Career development

Job summary

Bright Horizons The Park Day Nursery and Preschool is looking for an Early Years Kitchen Assistant to support the Chef in preparing nutritious meals for children and to keep the kitchen clean and safe. The role covers managing dietary needs and ensuring clear communication with the team and parents.

You will work under the Chef, ensuring high standards, minimising waste, and upholding food safety practices in a busy nursery environment.

Qualifications

• Food safety qualification (CIEH L2 or equivalent) required on day 1.
• Experience in cooking for children preferred.
• Ability to manage dietary requirements and communicate to teams.
• Excellent communication with colleagues, children, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support Chef in preparation and cooking of age-appropriate meals.
• Ensure kitchen is clean and safe; minimize waste.
• Take responsibility for kitchen operations in Chef's absence.
• Communicate dietary requirements clearly to teams.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Dietary requirements management

Teamwork

Education

Food Safety CIEH L2 or above

Job description

Bright Horizons The Park Day Nursery and Preschool is looking for an Early Years Kitchen Assistant to support the Chef in preparing nutritious meals for children and to keep the kitchen clean and safe. The role covers managing dietary needs and ensuring clear communication with the team and parents.

You will work under the Chef, ensuring high standards, minimising waste, and upholding food safety practices in a busy nursery environment.