Early Years Kitchen Assistant

Position

Early Years Kitchen Assistant – Livingston

Salary: £27,976 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience)

Location:

Livingston

• Support the Chef in the preparation and cooking of age‑appropriate food for all children in the nursery, with minimum wastage.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• When the Chef is absent, take responsibility for running the kitchen and ensuring all dietary requirements are met and clearly communicated to teams.

• Previous experience within a cooking role, preferably in a nursery or care home.
• Passion for nutrition and ability to inspire others in healthy eating.
• Sound knowledge of managing dietary requirements, especially food allergies.
• Food Safety CIEH Level2 or above (or equivalent) – must be passed on day1 in post.
• Knowledge of COSHH.
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues, children and parents.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Passes safer recruitment practice and pre‑employment checks, including a PVG check.

• £27,976 per annum.
• Childcare discount: 40% for first child.
• Enhanced parental leave: 31 days annual leave; ability to purchase additional leave.
• Pension.
• Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more.
• Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including a careers coach.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all ages and backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants.