Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Chef Location: Marylebone, London Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 6:00pm
Are you passionate about cooking healthy, nutritious food and looking to grow your culinary skills in a rewarding environment? Join Odyssey Marylebone as an Assistant Chef and play a vital role in supporting children’s health, wellbeing, and development through high-quality food.
Why Join Odyssey?
* Work alongside an expert Executive Chef with a background in premium fine-dining establishments including The Savoy, The Hilton, and Harrods
* Gain hands-on experience with a best-in-class preschool food and nutrition programme
* Enjoy family-friendly hours – no evenings or weekends
* Be part of a nurturing, collaborative team focused on excellence in early years education
* Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Your birthday off – our gift to you
* Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
* Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
* Menopause support through Peppy
* Financial wellbeing support via Salary Finance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Pension scheme with Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
About Odyssey
Odyssey, part of the Busy Bees group, is an award-winning global preschool brand, preparing to open its first exclusive 106-place campus in Marylebone, London, in April 2025. Designed for children aged 0-5, Odyssey offers a premium early years’ experience with bespoke learning opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities, and a cutting-edge, research-based curriculum focused on child development and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare fresh, healthy, and nutritious meals tailored to young children’s dietary needs
* Support the Chef with daily kitchen operations
* Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance
* Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation
* Support cleaning, maintenance, and safe use of kitchen equipment
About You
* Experience working in a kitchen environment (early years or education settings desirable)
* A passion for healthy food and child wellbeing
* Strong teamwork, organisation, and communication skills
* Willingness to learn, develop, and take pride in your work
Ready to Cook, Learn, and Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about developing your culinary career while supporting children’s development in a warm, inspiring preschool environment, apply today to become an Assistant Chef at Odyssey Marylebone.