Early Years Kitchen Assistant, Bollington

As an Early Years Kitchen Assistant, you will support the Chef in the preparation and cooking of age‑appropriate 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.

• Support the Chef in the preparation and cooking of age‑appropriate food for all children.
• Take responsibility for running the kitchen in the absence of the Chef.
• Ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and communicated to the team.

• 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.

• Childcare discount of 40% for the first child.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to 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 a careers coach.
• Shift options: 22-30 hours over 5 days.

Work hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Location: Tytherington Business Park, Tytherington nursery.