Early Years Kitchen Assistant

2 days ago


Bury St, Suffolk, United Kingdom Bright Horizons Full time
Job Title: Early Years Kitchen Assistant

We are seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic Early Years Kitchen Assistant to join our team at Bright Horizons Bury St Edmunds Nursery.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, supporting the Chef in the preparation and cooking of nutritious meals for the children, and ensuring that all dietary requirements are met.

As a key member of our team, you will work closely with colleagues to maintain a positive and happy environment, promoting the welfare, protection, health, and safety of the children in our care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, adhering to internal and external requirements
  • Support the Chef in the preparation and cooking of age-appropriate food, minimizing food wastage
  • In the absence of the Chef, take responsibility for the running of the kitchen, ensuring all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the team
  • 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
Requirements
  • Previous experience in a role involving 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
About Us

Bright Horizons is a leading provider of childcare and education, with a commitment to delivering high-quality services that meet the needs of children and families. We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork) and are proud to have been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2015.

We offer a range of benefits, including above-industry-standard salary, discounted childcare, and access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team at Bright Horizons Bury St Edmunds Nursery.



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