Early Years Chef

Nursery: Bright Horizons Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool
Salary : GBP18,594 per annum
Working hours: 30 per week
We are looking for a part time Nursery Chef, to join our Bright Horizons Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool, situated at the Lancaster Royal Infirmary site.
The nursery offers OUTSTANDING levels of care and education and great transport links to the city 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 33 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
Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out
Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position
Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala's
Happy to Talk Flexible Working
Childcare discount for staff is based on availability within the nursery
Why Bright Horizons?
We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you'd be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We've also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.
Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!
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 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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Job Type: Part-time
Salary: From GBP18,594.00 per year
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
Additional leave
Childcare
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
Referral programme
Sick pay
Store discount
Transport links
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Work Location: In person