Kitchen Assistant

An opportunity has arisen for a Kitchen Assistant to join a well-established nursery group offering early years education, childcare and providing a safe, stimulating environment focused on both play-based learning and school readiness. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be assisting in the preparation and cooking of healthy meals for young children, supporting a professional kitchen team. This is a part-time role offering benefits and a salary of £20,950 including a 5% bonus working 30 hours per week. You Will Be Responsible For: ? Assisting the Head Chef in preparing and serving meals for children ? Supporting dietary requirements, including allergies and intolerances ? Ensuring kitchen equipment is cleaned and maintained to a high standard ? Following internal policies and food safety procedures ? Supporting food hygiene standards and complying with all safety protocols ? Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen at all times What We Are Looking For: ? Previously worked as a Kitchen Assistant, Nursery Kitchen Assistant, Catering Assistant, School Kitchen Assistant, Kitchen Porter, Assistant Nursery Cook, Nursery Cook Assistant, Nursery Chef Assistant, Nursery Kitchen Porter, Nursery Catering Assistant or in a similar role. ? Prior experience working in a kitchen (ideally in nursery or school setting) ? Awareness of food hygiene and health & safety in a kitchen setting ? Confidence in catering for special diets and allergies ? Clear DBS or willingness to undergo one ? Willingness to obtain or already hold an advanced Food Hygiene Certificate What's on Offer: ? Competitive salary ? Performance bonus ? Up to 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays, birthday leave and service-related accrual) ? Option to carry over up to 5 days of holiday per year ? Complimentary hot meals during shifts ? Free uniform provided ? Workplace pension with employer contributions ? Staff childcare discounts and salary sacrifice