Nursery - Bright Horizons Teddies Loughton Day Nursery and Preschool
Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or flexible
Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? We're looking for an Early Years Chef to join our Bright Horizons Teddies Loughton Day Nursery and Preschool.
Bright Horizons Teddies Loughton, situated Loughton, Essex is conveniently located under a mile from Debden town centre and Debden underground station, and just over a mile from Loughton town centre. Our Nursery is set on the grounds of Debden Park High School and is rated 'Good' by Ofsted.
Childcare discount of 50% for first child
~ Enhanced parental leave
~20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also 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 access to a careers coach
~ Shift options: 40 hours over 4 or 5 days, 24 hours over 3 days, or 16 hours over 2 days
*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 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.
Previous experience within a cooking role, in a domestic or commercial property
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
Great communication skills, with colleagues, children, and parents
Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.
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