Kitchen Assistant

Work with the team to maintain a safe, clean, and tidy kitchen environment

Complete daily cleaning checks and record them on the appropriate checklists

Step up to cover all aspects of the nursery chef's role in their absence

Kitchen Responsibilities

Keep the kitchen clean and organised in line with Safer Food Better Business and COSHH guidelines

Assist the chef to ensure all children's dietary needs are met

Support meal and snack preparation safely according to food policies

Maintain allergy and dietary records

Assist the chef in safely serving meals to children

Cover lunch breaks for practitioners working in the rooms

Act as a positive role model and advocate healthy eating for children

Perform laundry duties as required

Monitor kitchen and cleaning supplies and order replacements when needed

Use appropriate signage to indicate wet floors or other cleaning hazards

Follow the Health and Safety manual

Other Responsibilities

Create a homely environment for children

Use a friendly approach with parents, carers, staff, and children

Participate in staff meetings and nursery events

Complete all training outlined by the Nursery Manager

Understand and follow company Policies and Procedures

Follow safeguarding policies and understand that safeguarding is a shared responsibility, Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. All employees are required to act in a manner that safeguards the health, safety, and well-being of children at all times. Familiarisation with, and adherence to, safeguarding and health and safety policies is mandatory, as is participation in statutory training.

Employees must seek guidance without delay when clarification is required. Managers are responsible for ensuring their teams understand their individual responsibilities regarding Health, Safety, and Safeguarding.

Ready to Start Your Kindred Journey?

To apply for the Kitchen Assistant position, please click the "Apply" button and submit your CV along with a short cover letter explaining your interest in supporting children through nutritious meals.

We aim to respond to all applicants within 2-5 working days. Thank you for considering a career with Kindred!

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail

Outstanding customer service

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to complete on induction)

Previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant is desirable but not essential

Salary: £12.71-£12.75 per hour+ benefits

Benefits: Birthday Off, 6 Fully Paid Sick Days, Cashback Healthcare Plan, Retail Discounts, Recognition & Reward Scheme, 50% Childcare Discount, 24/7 Virtual GP Access, 24/7 Counselling Support, Discounted Gym Membership, Personal Financial Advisor Access, Pension Discovery, Learning Platform Access

Join the Kindred Family - A Place to Cook, Care, and Make a Difference

Join Kindred as a Kitchen Assistant and be part of a friendly, family-like team where your role truly matters. You'll help create nutritious, delicious meals that support children's wellbeing while enjoying structured hours, a supportive environment, and competitive pay.

We value your skills and offer flexibility, stability, and the chance to work in a warm, inclusive setting where you're appreciated every day. If you're passionate about food and love working in a caring environment, Kindred is the place for you.

About Kindred

Kindred is a family of inspiring nurseries and preschools with a distinct home-from-home environment. By creating days filled with unique moments and opportunities, we enrich children's development during their early years.

Our Mission: Creating inspiring worlds full of awe and wonder for little ones to grow and thrive in.

Our Values:

Always Learning - Continuously seeking opportunities to develop yourself and others

Inspirational - Creating magic in every action

Family Feel - Making everyone feel part of our incredible family

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