Nursery – Bright Horizons Phoenix Day Nursery & Preschool,Merrymeade Coach House, Merrymeade Chase, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9BG
Salary – Starting from £30,000 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)
Hours - Full time, 40 hours, Monday - Friday
Location – Brentwood, CM15 9BG
Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.”
We’re looking for a Regional Early Years Chef to support with covering the division during sickness and annual leave. Although your 'base' will be Phoenix nursery in Brentwood, there will be regular travel required which could be for long periods of time. A full UK Driving license is essential for this role.
Our stunning nursery is situated in a quiet location surrounded by lots of trees, open space and wildlife along with being conveniently located close to Brentwood Train stations.
Our Benefits
1. Starting from £30,000 per annum
2. Childcare discount of 50% for first child
3. Enhanced parental leave
4. 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave*
5. Pension
6. Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more
7. Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach
*Subject to T&Cs*
The Role
As an Early Years Chef you will prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all the children in the nursery, with minimum wastage. You will ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to teams, and work in partnership with the team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet. You will also have an active role in leading cookery club sessions with the children, and support with other nursery activities, such as BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings.
What we’re looking for
8. Previous experience within a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial property
9. Passion for nutrition, and inspiring others in healthy eating
10. Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies
11. Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) – this must be passed on day 1 in post
12. Sound knowledge of COSHH
13. Great communication skills, with colleagues, children, and parents
14. Ability to work under pressure
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.
If you want to make a difference, with a company who has been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006, apply today!
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We look forward to receiving your application!