Nursery Kitchen Assistant

Nursery Kitchen Assistant

Department: Nursery Practitioner

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Monkey Puzzle Ealing

Compensation: £12.21 / hour

Description

Full‑time position at Monkey Puzzle Ealing. Hours are 11:00 am – 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow the required menus and design dishes in reference to the food and drink policy under the guidance of the Nursery Chef.
• Ensure all production, service and presentation of food meets the company’s standard under the guidance of the Nursery Chef.
• Partially responsible for catering budgets, kitchen health and safety, supplies purchasing, observance of dietary requirements, catering training and more under the guidance of the Nursery Chef.
• Work well within a team.
• Maintain a positive attitude with children, parents, colleagues and visitors.
• Be creative, able to inspire learning, and skilled in planning and organising.
• Show willingness to learn.

Essential Experience

• Experience in the hospitality industry.

Preferred Experience

• Food and Hygiene safety certification Level 2.
• Experience in planning a nutritionally balanced menu.
• Experience supporting children within a nursery setting.
• Specific allergen management training or experience.
• HACCP certification.
• Previous 5* EHO rating.
• Food standards qualifications such as Food hygiene certification or Culinary Skills NVQ.
• Passion for cooking, friendly, enthusiastic and able to have fun.

Benefits

• Length of Service Recognition with vouchers.
• Competitive salaries reviewed throughout the year.
• Enhanced Maternity Pay after 2 years’ service.
• Medicash cover for dental, optical, doctor consultations, therapies, prescriptions and mental health support.
• Group Life Assurance policy and YuLife app access.
• Refer a Friend rewards.
• Flexible working options to reduce hours.
• Social events including team catch‑ups and Christmas parties.