Kitchen Assistant

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Leighton Buzzard
Salary
GBP1,000 Welcome Bonus
Posted
03 Aug 2022
Closes
18 Aug 2022
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time
Summary

Would you like to join an employee-owned organisation that has topped the UK 'Best Companies to Work For' lists for 15 years, as well as been rated 'World Class' for its respect and support of colleagues, and 'Climate Positive' for its environmental achievements?

Now is your chance! We have an opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant to join the team at our Cedars Day Nursery in Leighton Buzzard on a part time basis, working 30 hours a week between 11.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday. We are offering a pay rate of GBP9.90 per hour for this role with a GBP1,000 joining bonus.

Package

22 days annual leave increasing with length of service
Potential for an annual tax-free cash bonus as an employee-owner
Cash rewards for going 'Beyond Expectation'
50% childcare discount from day one
Annual awards dinner, staff conferences and nursery achievement celebrations
Unlimited recommend a friend scheme (up to GBP1000 per recommendation)

Main Responsibilities

Following the direction of the Cook you will prepare raw ingredients in-line with the set breakfast, lunch and tea menus, which promote healthy eating for our children
You will contribute towards maintaining a clean, tidy, hygienic kitchen environment. You will adhere to COSHH guidelines and Food Hygiene standards at all times, ensuring ingredients and cleaning chemicals are used and stored appropriately and safely
In the Cook's absence, you will step up to resume responsibility for all food preparation and cooking
You will respectfully engage with colleagues, our Health, Safety and Environments team, and external professionals, including the Food Standards Agency, in order to successfully work in partnership to uphold children's well-being and to maintain a 5 star rating

Ideal Candidate

Your previous experience working within a professional kitchen environment lends well to your success in this role. You enjoy working as part of a team and your proactive, helpful approach, alongside your awareness of Food Hygiene standards, makes you the perfect candidate