Early Years Chef

Role Summary

Early Years Chef at Bright Horizons Purley Day Nursery and Preschool located in Purley, London. Working hours are 7:30‑16:30 Monday‑Friday all year round.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present age‑appropriate food for all children with minimum wastage.
• Ensure all dietary requirements are catered for and communicated to the team and parents.
• Lead cookery club sessions with children.
• Support other nursery activities such as BBQs, Fetes, and staff meetings.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience within a cooking role in a domestic or commercial property.
• Pass or ability to pass Food Safety (CIEH L2 or above) on day 1 in post.
• Sound knowledge of managing different dietary requirements, particularly food allergies.
• Knowledge of COSHH and other relevant food safety regulations.
• Strong communication skills with colleagues, children, and parents.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Enhanced DBS check (and other pre‑employment checks) required before appointment.

Benefits

• Salary from £30,659 per annum (dependent on qualification(s) and experience).
• Childcare discount of 50% for first child.
• Enhanced parental leave and 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure.
• Pension scheme.
• Wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments and early access to wages.
• Professional development programme and careers coaching.
• Shift options: 40 hours over 5 days.

EEO Statement

Bright Horizons is an inclusive employer and welcomes applicants from all ages and backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered as required. The post is subject to safer recruitment practice and pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

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