Kitchen Assistant - kinderzimmer Berkhamsted
Nursery: kinderzimmer Berkhamsted 205 High St, Berkhamsted, HP4 1AD
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Up to £27,000
We are proud to share that kinderzimmer UK is an Ofsted Outstanding provider!
Be Part of kinderzimmer UK: Creating a Better Future Through Education
At kinderzimmer UK, we’re on a mission to make the world a better place through education. Since opening our first nursery in June 2023, we’ve grown rapidly and have already earned Ofsted Outstanding status. We provide an inspiring environment where your career can flourish whilst nurturing our children’s independence, exploration and wonder. As an award winning nursery group, we’re also rated 4.9 stars on Glassdoor and 5 stars on Indeed, reflecting our dedication to both excellence and making our teams feel valued. Join us today and experience modern, high quality childcare.
The Setting
Housed in a beautifully historic building, our nursery is at the heart of Berkhamsted. The site boasts tall ceilings and light-flooded spaces, with large symmetrical rooms that create a warm and welcoming environment. With a capacity of 92 children across all age groups, the nursery is bespoke in design, and provides a safe and nurturing environment for early years.
Our central dining room offers the perfect space for baking, experimenting with food and engaging in messy play, while our growing space in the garden encourages children to learn about the natural world. Come and be part of our fun, engaging and supportive environment that nurtures children's physical, emotional, and social development.
What you will be doing
As a valued member of the team, you will play a vital role in supporting the children’s daily experience through nutritious meals and a clean, safe kitchen environment. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare and serve healthy, balanced breakfasts, lunches, and snacks in line with dietary requirements and allergy guidance.
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety at all times, following nursery policies and food safety regulations.
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and compliant with hygiene standards, including washing dishes, sanitising surfaces, and ensuring equipment is cleaned and stored properly.
- Receive and store food deliveries safely, checking use-by dates and maintaining correct stock rotation.
- Manage stock levels, report low supplies, and ensure all food is labelled and stored appropriately.
- Dispose of waste safely and ensure recycling procedures are followed.
- Carry out regular kitchen checks and complete all required cleaning and food safety records accurately.
- Work collaboratively with the nursery team to ensure mealtimes run smoothly and support the children’s overall experience.
- Assist in maintaining cleanliness in communal areas such as dining and food service spaces as required.
- Uphold kinderzimmer’s values of excellence, kindness, and being in it together in all aspects of your work.
What we can offer you
Our playground could be your workplace. In exchange for your commitment, enthusiasm and passion you will get a lot in return, not just from the children, but from us also! kinderzimmer UK has a market-leading benefits package which is tailored to the individual employee's needs.
The benefits package includes but is not limited to;
- Annual personal development budget
- Wellness day
- Annual subscriptions to market leading fitness and mental health apps
- And much much more!
How to apply
If you are interested then click apply now and submit your CV. A member of the Kinderzimmer team will be in touch to discuss your application!
We look forward to meeting you!
Please note, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS and two references. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted within the advert.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free fitness classes
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Food handling: 1 year (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
