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About the Role

We are looking for an Early Years Chef to join our Lewisham Nursery, situated in Lewisham, London. Our Bright Horizons Lewisham Day Nursery and Preschool is Ofsted rated 'Good', and is easily accessible on the National Rail and Docklands Light Railway and is a 10 minute walk away from Lewisham Train Station.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all the children in the nursery, with minimum wastage.
• Ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to teams.
• Work in partnership with the team and parents to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet.
• Have an active role in leading cookery club sessions with the children.
• Support with other nursery activities, such as BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• Due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

Skills

• Nutrition
• Healthy eating
• Managing dietary requirements
• Food allergies
• Food Safety CIEH L2
• COSHH
• Communication skills

Location

• Lewisham, London

Work Type

• 40 hours over 5 days

Experience Level

• Dependant on qualification/s and experience

Education Level

• Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent)

Salary/Compensations

• From £31,948 per annum

Benefits

• 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

About the Company

• Our culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Bright Horizons is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Proud to be a Great Place to Work for 20 years.

Equal Opportunity

• We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds to apply.
• We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants.