At a Glance
- Tasks: Help prepare tasty meals and create fun baking activities with children.
- Company: Join our outstanding nursery team in a supportive and creative environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy free childcare for a month, 31 days holiday, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Part-time hours with opportunities for community volunteering and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in children's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience with allergens and a Food and Hygiene certificate required.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
Join Our Team as a Kitchen Assistant! At Dartmouth, we’re looking for an experienced Kitchen Assistant to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!
Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
- Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
- Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses.
- Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts and wellbeing tools.
- Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long‑service awards.
- Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.
Pay: £12.71 - £12.71 per Hour
Working Hours: Part‑time 31.5 hours per week – 11:30‑5:30 Monday to Thursday and Friday 9‑5
Location: hdc Nursery Dartmouth, Milton Lane, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9HW
What Your Role Involves:
- Support the cook in preparing delicious and nutritious meals for the children.
- Engage in activities like baking with children to create memorable learning experiences.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic kitchen environment in line with health and safety standards.
What You’ll Bring to the Role:
- Previous experience of working with allergens.
- A Food and Hygiene certificate.
- Drive, passion and care for your work.
About our Nursery: At our ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rated nursery in Dartmouth, we believe in the power of outdoor exploration and hands‑on learning. Our open plan rooms and free‑flowing access to outside areas enable children to choose activities and follow their natural curiosity and individual interests in a safe and supportive environment. Following the Hygge approach, which emphasises finding well‑being and contentment in the simple pleasures of everyday life, we pride ourselves on our home‑from‑home atmosphere and familiarity. Our Dartmouth nursery is located just off the A379 adjacent to Dartmouth Academy School. Parking is available within the school grounds.
The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.
Nursery Kitchen Assistant employer: The Old Station Nursery Group
At our Outstanding Ofsted rated nursery in Dartmouth, we prioritise the well-being and development of our staff as much as that of our children. With generous benefits like free childcare for the first month, 31 days of holiday, and a strong focus on career development through access to training, we foster a supportive and rewarding work culture. Join us in creating memorable experiences for children while enjoying a fulfilling role in a nurturing environment.
Contact Details:
The Old Station Nursery Group Recruitment Team
