• Job Description

  Req#: JR-082495

  Nursery: Bright Horizons Harwell Day Nursery and Preschool

  Salary: £25,376.00-£35,256.00 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

  Location: Harwell, Oxfordshire

  We are looking for a full time Nursery Chef, to join our Bright Horizons Harwell Nursery situated in Harwell Campus in Didcot.

  Our Amazing Bright Horizons Harwell Day Nursery is rated 'Good' by Ofsted, and is based in Harwell, Oxfordshire. The 92 place nursery is located in the Harwell International Business Centre, with great transport links and parking onsite.

  What we can offer you

  Our benefits include, but are not limited to;

  • Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews

  • Discounted childcare of 50% for first child

  • Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days

  • Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support

  • Huge variety of discounts across high street brands, utilities, and days out

  • Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and more

  • Refer a Friend Bonus, including New York Trip for 2 prize draw entry

  • Access to a wide selection of training programmes, supporting your individual career path, with career development opportunities across our network of nurseries

  • Employee Appreciation through our quarterly recognition weeks and annual Awards of Excellence gala’s

  • Happy to Talk Flexible Working

  Why Bright Horizons?

  We care for over 25,000 children across the UK, across our portfolio of over 300 nurseries, 98% of which are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. We’ve been voted Great Place to Work for the last 17 consecutive years, as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

  Since 2005, we have supported the lives of thousands of children through our Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, supporting families and children in crisis – something we could not achieve without our Bright Horizons colleagues ongoing volunteering and fundraising.

  What you’ll be doing

  • Prepare, cook, and present age-appropriate food for all the children on a daily basis, with minimum wastage

  • Take responsibility to make sure all dietary requirements are catered for and clearly communicated to the teams

  • Keep the kitchen a clean and safe environment, adhering to internal and external requirements

  • Have an active role in leading the cookery club sessions with the children

  • Support with other nursery activities e.g., BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings

  • Ensure stock levels are suitably managed and recorded, in line with company procedure

  • Work in partnership with the nursery team and parents, to encourage a healthy and nutritious diet

  • Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding procedures and policies are followed at all times

  • Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment on a day to day basis

  What we’re looking for

  • Previous experience within a role which involves cooking in a domestic or commercial property

  • Passion for nutrition, and inspiring

  • Food Safety CIEH L2 or above (or equivalent) – this must be passed on day 1 in post

  • Sound knowledge of COSHH

  • Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies

  • Great communication skills, with both colleagues, children, and parents

  • Ability to work under pressure

  Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we’re looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert.

  We look forward to receiving your application!

  If you experience any problems, please email europe.recruitment@brighthorizons.com and we will be happy to help.

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