Kitchen Assistant

Pippa's House Nursery, 1 Ivy Rd, Aldershot GU12 4TX
, UK

Pippa’s House Nursery in Aldershot

Part of Grandir UK

Salary (£10.85-£12.71) (depending on experience and qualifications with

regular pay reviews)

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our
Pippa’s House Nursery
in
Aldershot is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Kitchen assistant to join our team. In this role you are there to s upport the chef in preparing nutritious, delicious meals and help maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment

Hours: 25 hours per week

Why You’ll Love Working at Pippa’s House

At
Pippa’s House
you will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.

• 33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period.
• Christmas and New Year shutdown.
• Flexible working options available.
• £500 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1.
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65.
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues.

About Our Nursery

Our facilities

Our day nursery offers thoughtfully designed spaces, including a cosy reading corner, that support children’s learning, play and well-being. Each of our rooms is tailored to specific ages and stages of development.

Our large garden is safely designed and well-resourced to support children’s play, exploration and well-being. Children are encouraged to explore through active play, with access to creative equipment, sand and water that support physical development and curiosity.

Children enjoy a variety of activities that enhance their curiosity and creativity. Sessions include messy play, music and movement through fun Boogie Mites sessions, crafts, and creative arts, helping children develop motor skills, social confidence and self-expression.

Our nursery is situated in the heart of Aldershot, a friendly town with a vibrant community, plenty of green spaces and fantastic amenities for families. Close to Belle Vue Road and Ivy Road, the nursery provides easy access for families from nearby areas including Ash Vale, Fleet and Guildford. The site is well connected, with local bus routes and Aldershot train station nearby,

• Ensuring all food production, service, and presentation meet the required standards.
• Carrying out all catering activities in line with the allocated budget.
• Responding promptly to any feedback regarding the catering operation.
• Purchasing supplies through approved suppliers.
• Ensuring compliance with all aspects of the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Covering all duties during the Cook's absence.
• Assisting within the nursery rooms as directed by the Nursery Manager or Cook.

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks.
• Paternity leave paid at 100% for the first 4 weeks.
• Parental bereavement leave of up to 4 weeks, fully paid.
• Compassionate leave of up to 2 weeks, fully paid.
• Miscarriage leave of up to 2 weeks, fully paid.
• Wellbeing Day – an extra day off just for you.
• The Grand Event – up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years' service.

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts, including ASOS, gym memberships, cinemas, M&S, and major supermarkets.
• Dayforce Wallet – gives you the ability to access a portion of your earned pay before your normal payday.
• 24-hour remote GP appointments.
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy, and…