Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

Do you want to be part of an outstanding Nursery provision?

Are you looking for a rewarding role within a friendly and supportive team where your contribution makes a real difference to children's daily experiences?

At La Maternelle Family Childcare, we are keen to employ the 'right person'. The right person may have experience working in a kitchen, catering role, or may simply have the enthusiasm, reliability and positive attitude we are looking for. Personality, commitment and a willingness to be part of a professional team are the most important qualities.

The role involves preparing and serving of meals, maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the nursery and helping to create a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment for children.

The working hours are 8.00am – 4.45pm for two days each week, totalling 16 hours per week. The role on Thursday and Fridays and therefore no weekend work.

We have great facilities such as a cosy and well-equipped staff room which includes a Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, kettle, toaster, tea, coffee, milk, hot chocolate, staff wellbeing resources and added extras throughout the year to enjoy before or after work.

We place a great deal of emphasis on supporting our team and ensuring every member of staff feels confident, valued and equipped to succeed in their role.

Key Responsibilities

• The preparation of children's meals

• Serving lunches and teas

• Washing up and clearing away after meal times

• Supporting the team to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment

• Ensuring high standards of hygiene are maintained at all times

Benefits

At La Maternelle Family Childcare, we care about our staff team. Staff wellbeing and development is one of our main priorities. We know that our staff team are our biggest and best asset and therefore work hard to ensure everyone feels valued, appreciated and supported.

Benefits include:

• Employee wellbeing programme

• Discounted leisure membership

• Complimentary breakfast, drinks and snacks

• A plethora of rewards, surprises and recognition for a variety of reasons

• Complimentary flu jab

• Discounted childcare fees

• A budget specifically for staff social outings, three times a year

• A management team that listen and care

• Access to a multitude of training and development programmes and courses

• Annual salary reviews

• Company pension scheme

• Long service awards

• Employee referral bonus scheme