Kitchen Assistant - kinderzimmer Berkhamsted
Nursery: kinderzimmer Berkhamsted 205 High St, Berkhamsted, HP4 1AD
Job Type: Freedom (flexible working model)
Salary: Up to £13.42 per hour.
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.
hat is kinderzimmer Freedom?
kinderzimmer Freedom is our flexible working model, perfect for people who want work that adapts to their life while still being part of an Outstanding early years community.
With Freedom, you can browse and pick up available shifts through our app, choosing the days, times and locations that work best for you.
You bring the passion. We give you the Flexibility.
Freedom gives you the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. With Freedom, you will receive:
- Competitive pay based on experience and commitment
- Choose shifts that fit your lifestyle through our app
- Annual bonuses up to £500 to reward your contribution
- Attend awards ceremonies and our Summer Social party
- Referral bonus up to £250 when your friends join kinderzimmer Freedom
- Option to go permanent and earn a sign‑on bonus up to £1,000
- Work at one nursery or explore multiple locations
- Training and development to support your growth
- Beautiful, modern learning environments
- No fixed weekly commitments — flexibility that works for you
As part of our Freedom team, you will:
- Deliver joyful, stimulating learning experiences
- Support the kinderzimmer curriculum and uphold high standards of practice
- Work collaboratively with permanent teams during shifts
- Ensure children’s safety, wellbeing and safeguarding
- Bring positivity, reliability and kindness into each day
- Build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
- Have experience working with young children in an education setting
- Enjoy variety and flexible working
- Passion for changing the world through education
- Bring enthusiasm, patience and a nurturing mindset
- Want flexibility without losing a sense of belonging
Ready to join Freedom?
If you want meaningful, flexible work that genuinely fits your life, we’d love to welcome you to the kinderzimmer Freedom team.
Apply today and start shaping a working life that works for 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 £13.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Food handling: 1 year (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
