Catering Assistant

Grandir UK Limited; Ascot; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected childcare organization in Ascot is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Nursery Chef in providing healthy meals for children. This role involves food preparation, compliance with health standards, and collaboration with the nursery team to ensure a nourishing environment. The company offers attractive benefits such as bonuses, generous leave, and recognition for employee dedication.

Benefits

Cash bonuses for referrals

31 days annual leave

Wellbeing Day off

Employee benefits portal

24/7 remote GP appointments

Cashback on medical procedures

'Thank You' recognition in May

Great Place To Work certification

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment preferred.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all production and presentation of food is up to standard.
• Carry out catering activities within the budget.
• Assist in nursery rooms as needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Health & Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

Posted Tuesday 25 November 2025 at 06:00

If you know you want to help our chef to cook up a storm you are the person we are looking for...

Our Puddle Ducks Day Nursery in Ascot, part of Grandir UK, is currently looking for aKitchen Assistant to work alongside our Nursery Chef and provide our children with healthy, nutritious food.

Join us and enjoy ahost of attractive benefits including:

• Recommendfriends and family to work for usand be rewarded with a cash bonus
• Total 31days annual leave inc bank hol(FTE)- Includes an extra 3 days annual leave over the Christmas period
• 'Wellbeing Day' – an extra day off just for you
• Access to an employee benefits portal, which includes discounts at 100’s of online high street stores, turning points into cash
• 24/7 remote GP appointments
• Claim cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
• 'May I say thank you' for the month of May to appreciate the hard work and dedication of staff teams
• Working for a business that has received'Great Place To Work' certification, putting people at the core of what we do

What will you be doing:

• Ensuring all production, service and presentation of food is up to standard
• Carrying out all catering activities in line with the budget
• Ensuring any comments regarding the catering operation are noted and acted upon immediately
• Purchasing supplies through the agreed suppliers
• Ensuring all aspects of the Health & Safety at Work Act are complied with
• Covering all duties in times of Cooks absence
• Assisting within the nursery rooms, this will be advised by either the Nursery Manager or the Cook

We are delighted to announce our official certification as a Great Place To Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive and thriving environment for our employees. This accreditation aligns with our overarching mission to deliver high-quality childcare and education, fostering the growth of children into happy, smart, and healthy individuals. Placing children and families at the core of our efforts, we acknowledge that our dedicated teams play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional education and care.

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and select staff on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

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