Assistant Chef – Nursery Kitchen for Healthy Kids

Busy Bees In Portishead; Wigan; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Assistant Chef to join their kitchen team in Wigan. The role involves preparing healthy meals for young children, ensuring food safety standards, and supporting overall kitchen operations. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience in early years settings, strong mentoring skills, and a passion for contributing to children's wellbeing. Join us to support educational development in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus

Menopause support through Peppy

Salary Finance support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in early years settings, ideally in a leadership role.
• Strong mentoring and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to ensure compliance in kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals for children.
• Support the Chef in kitchen operations.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Assist with kitchen inventory and stock management.

Skills

Leadership experience

Mentoring skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Assistant Chef to join their kitchen team in Wigan. The role involves preparing healthy meals for young children, ensuring food safety standards, and supporting overall kitchen operations. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience in early years settings, strong mentoring skills, and a passion for contributing to children's wellbeing. Join us to support educational development in a nurturing environment.