Catering Assistant

Grandir UK Limited; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Wellingborough is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Nursery Chef in preparing nutritious meals for children. The ideal candidate will ensure the quality and safety of food production, assist with supply management, and contribute to a positive working environment. Benefits include a cash bonus scheme, extensive annual leave, and access to employee wellness programs. Apply now to join a highly respected team committed to high-quality childcare.

Benefits

31 days annual leave including bank holidays

Cash bonus for referrals

Remote GP appointments

Cashback on medical procedures

Employee benefits portal

Wellbeing Day

Qualifications

• Experience in food handling and preparation is beneficial.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food production meets quality standards.
• Assist in purchasing supplies from approved vendors.
• Comply with Health & Safety at Work Act.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

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

Our Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Wellingborough, 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

• 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.