Early Years Kitchen Assistant
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP32 7LN
Time Type: Part Time
Posted On: 5 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: JR-098679
Nursery: Bright Horizons Bury St Edmunds Day Nursery and Preschool
Contract: Part Time / 15 hours / Mon-Fri/ Permanent
Salary: From £23,795 per annum FTE (dependent on qualifications and experience)
We are looking for a part-time, nursery-based Early Years Kitchen Assistant to join our Bright Horizons Bury St Edmunds Nursery.
Bright Horizons Bury St Edmunds Nursery is Ofsted rated “Good” and is situated in a quiet residential area, with easy access to the A14 and close links to the M33 bus route. The Nursery offers light and airy rooms with free flow access to our large multi-surfaced garden. We also offer on-site parking.
What we can offer you:
* Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
* Discounted childcare of 40% for first child (T&Cs apply)
* Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), with the option to buy additional days
* Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
* Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out
* Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
* Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position
* Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s
* Happy to Talk Flexible Working
What you’ll be doing:
* Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements
* Support the Chef in the preparation and cooking of age-appropriate food for all the children, with minimal food wastage
* In the absence of the Chef, take responsibility for the running of the kitchen, and ensuring all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teams
* Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding
* Support the Chef to ensure budgetary requirements are met, and stock levels are suitably managed and recorded
* Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment
What we’re looking for:
* Previous experience within a role which involves cooking or working in a kitchen within a domestic or commercial property
* Passion for nutrition, and inspiring others in healthy eating
* Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) – this must be passed on day 1 in post
* Sound knowledge of COSHH
* Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies
* Great communication skills, with both colleagues, children, and parents
* Ability to work under pressure
Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.
We look forward to receiving your application!
If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.
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