Regional Chef

Nursery Stoke Newington Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary 31948.80 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)
Hours - Full time 40 hours Monday - Friday

Location Stoke Newington N16 0LY

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 a Regional Early Years Chef to support with covering the division during sickness and annual leave. Although your base will be Stoke Newington nursery there will be regular travel required which could be for long periods of time. A full UK Driving license is essential for this role.

The nursery is conveniently located a few minutes walk from Stoke Newington overground station which offers journeys to Liverpool Street within 15 minutes.

Our Benefits

• Starting from 31948.80 per annum
• Childcare discount of 50% 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

*Subject to T&Cs*

The Role

As an Early Years Chef you will prepare cook and present age-appropriate food for all the children in the nursery with minimum wastage. You will ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to teams and work in partnership with the team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet. You will also have an active role in leading cookery club sessions with the children and support with other nursery activities such as BBQs Fetes and staff meetings.

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
  

Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check which will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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!

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We look forward to receiving your application!

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