Assistant Chef (Nursery) - Nutritious Meals & Growth

Busy Bees Nurseries; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Bee Curious benefits

Up to 28 days holiday

Birthday off

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work

Private Pension access

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is seeking an Assistant Chef to join our kitchen team across a UK nursery setting. You will prepare healthy meals that support children's growth, assist in kitchen operations, and help maintain high food safety standards in the early years sector.

You will work closely with the Chef, help manage dietary requirements, and contribute to a nurturing, educational environment where children thrive. This role offers career development within Busy Bees' respected nursery network.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership within early years settings.
• Strong mentoring and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to drive improvements and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, nutritious meals meeting dietary requirements for children.
• Support the Chef in kitchen operations and food safety.
• Maintain inventory and assist with ordering and stock management.
• Assist in cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.

Skills

Leadership in early years

Mentoring

Problem solving

Compliance

Teamwork

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries is seeking an Assistant Chef to join our kitchen team across a UK nursery setting. You will prepare healthy meals that support children's growth, assist in kitchen operations, and help maintain high food safety standards in the early years sector.

You will work closely with the Chef, help manage dietary requirements, and contribute to a nurturing, educational environment where children thrive. This role offers career development within Busy Bees' respected nursery network.