Early Years Kitchen Assistant
Early Years Kitchen Assistant
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Job Description
Nursery Bright Horizons Bristol Day Nursery
Salary Starting from 25538.44 per annum full time equivalent/ 12.21 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience)
Hours Part time 12 hours per week Tuesday Wednesday and Friday
Location Bristol BS3
Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles Honesty Excellence Accountability Respect and Teamwork Where you can be yourself feel supported and help to make a difference to the next generation Somewhere you can say: I did that.
Were looking for an Early Years Kitchen Assistant to join our Bright Horizons Bristol Day Nursery and Preschool situated under the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge and overlooking the beautiful surroundings of the Ashton Court Estate. There are good public transport links and onsite park.
The 56 place nursery has a real home from home feel with many of our staff with 10 years service. The nursery has recently undergone a full refurbishment and boasts an impressive outdoor space with pagodas mud kitchens and lots of room to explore and play. All rooms have access to the garden and use it daily to support childrens physical development. The indoor area is also spacious and offers an array of learning opportunities for all age groups; from the calming sleep area in the baby room to loose parts play and a curiosity corner in our Toddler room. We offer a school readiness programme in preschool as well as opportunities for Forest School sessions mindfulness and gentle stretching and exciting opportunities for experiments and science activities. The Preschool children champion our EcoSchools accreditation with the support of the wider nursery.
Our Benefits
Childcare discount of 40% for first child*
Enhanced parental leave
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
Pension
Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments early access to wages and more
Professional development programme access for every stage of your career including access to a careers coach
Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days 24 hours over 3 days or 16 hours over 2 days
*Subject to T&Cs
The Role
As an Early Years Kitchen Assistant you will support the Chef in the preparation and cooking of ageappropriate food for all the children in the nursery with minimum wastage and in keeping the kitchen a clean and safe environment. In the absence of the Chef you will take responsibility for the running of the kitchen and ensuring all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to teams.
What were looking for
Previous experience within a cooking role in a domestic or commercial property
Passion for nutrition and inspiring others in healthy eating
Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements particularly food allergies
Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) this must be passed on day 1 in post
Sound knowledge of COSHH
Great communication skills with colleagues children and parents
Ability to work under pressure
We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and 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.
If you want to make a difference with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 apply today!
We look forward to receiving your application!
If you experience any problems please we will be happy to help.
Employment Type
Part-Time
