Early Years Chef

Nursery: Bright Horizons JW3 Finchley Road Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £29,031 - £33,000 (dependant on qualification/s and experience)

Location: Stoke Newington

We are looking for a full time Early Years Chef, to join our Bright Horizons JW3 Finchley Road Day Nursery and Preschool.

Our Bright Horizons JW3 Finchley Road is Ofsted rated “Good” and situated 3 minute walk from Finchley Road and Frognal Overground station and a 10 minute walk from the Underground station. There are also a number of bus routes which pass the nursery.

We are the Penthouse Nursery located at the top of the prestigious JW3 Centre in North London. Although our ethos is linked with the Jewish Centre, we warmly invite applications from applicants of all faiths and backgrounds to join our thriving team.

Staff have access to the FREE JW3 membership worth £50.00, this will entitles you to obtain discounts and reductions on food, beverages, cinema, shows and events held at the JW3 centre.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

· Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews

· Discounted childcare of 50% for first child

· Up to 28 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days

· Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support

· Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

What you’ll be doing

· Prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all the children with minimum wastage

· Take responsibility to ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teams

· Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements

· Have an active role in leading the cookery club sessions with the children

· Support with other nursery activities e.g., BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings

· Ensure stock levels are suitably managed and recorded, in line with company procedure

Work in partnership with the nursery team and parents, to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet

· Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding

· Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

What we’re looking for

· Previous experience within a role which involves cooking in 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 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.

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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.