Nursery: Bright Horizons Haslemere Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary: £12.44 - £15 (dependant on qualification/s and experience)
Location: Haslemere
We are looking for a flexible bright flex Early Years Chef, to join our Bright Horizons Haslemere.
What we can offer you
Our benefits include, but are not limited to;
1. Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
2. Discounted childcare of 40% for first child (T&Cs apply)
3. Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
4. Huge variety of discounts across high street brands, utilities, and days out
5. Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
6. Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s
Why Bright Horizons?
We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.
Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!
What you’ll be doing
7. Prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all the children with minimum wastage
8. Take responsibility to ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teams
9. Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements
10. Have an active role in leading the cookery club sessions with the children
11. Support with other nursery activities e.g., BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings
12. Ensure stock levels are suitably managed and recorded, in line with company procedure
13. Work in partnership with the nursery team and parents, to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet
14. Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding
15. Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment
What we’re looking for
16. Previous experience within a role which involves cooking in a domestic or commercial property
17. Passion for nutrition, and inspiring others in healthy eating
18. Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) – this must be passed on day 1 in post
19. Sound knowledge of COSHH
20. Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies
21. Great communication skills, with both colleagues, children, and parents
22. Ability to work under pressure
We look forward to receiving your application!