Nursery Kitchen Assistant

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Role: Nursery Kitchen Assistant Location: South West London Pay: £26,700.00 per year Hours: 40 per week (5 days a week - 9am - 5pm) As the Kitchen Assistant , it is your responsibility to ensure that children are served their meals or snacks in a timely manner and to be reliable and detail-oriented cleaners to help maintain high hygiene standards in our nurseries. What You'll Enjoy: 32 Days Annual Leave: Including 4 personal wellbeing days and 8 bank holidays Medical Cashback Plan: Health Shield plan worth over £1,000 annually, covering everyday health costs like dental, optical, and therapies Training & Development: Ongoing courses in First Aid, Safeguarding, food safety etc. Mentorship & Support Mental Health Support: Access to resources and a workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing Company Pension and Events: Including social activities that help you feel part of a community We invest heavily in our team with: Blue Light Card access with major high street stores/food/cinema/holiday/travel discounts (various discounts between 10-20% off) Long service rewards Mental health and wellbeing support Team social events and celebrations Ongoing professional development Inclusive and positive working environment First aid and safeguarding training Kitchen Duties: Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Maintain a clean working station whilst adhering to health & safety standards Assist with the cleaning and organisation of kitchen and equipment Restock items as needed throughout the shift Adhere to all food hygiene & safety standards Recording food temperatures Communicate with the nursery practitioners regularly to ensure that each child's needs are met to the best of your knowledge, with particular attention to individual dietary requirements. You will also be responsible for clearing up after lunch service and preparing for the afternoon tea service. Cleaning Duties: Clean and sanitize all areas of the kitchen/staff room area. Ensure floors are vacuumed, mopped, and free of debris. Empty bins and dispose of waste appropriately, following hygiene and recycling guidelines. Follow nursery cleaning schedules and infection control policies. Help maintain a safe environment by reporting any maintenance issues or hazards. Provide occasional supervision support if needed (under staff guidance). Person Specification (Essential): Previous experience in a cleaning or housekeeping role (preferably in a childcare setting) Understanding of hygiene and health & safety regulations. Experience and knowledge of/handling allergies Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently. Friendly, professional and approachable, with a caring attitude towards children. Ability to work as part of a team. Enhanced DBS check required (provided by the nursery) Uniform/PPE provided where applicable.

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