Assistant Chef – Nutritious Kids’ Meals & Nursery Kitchen

Busy Bees Nurseries; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive discounts

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Pension access

EAP & Mental Health support

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Stowmarket is seeking an Assistant Chef to join our kitchen team and prepare healthy meals for children. You will support the Chef, uphold food safety standards, and ensure menus meet dietary needs.

This role offers a nurturing work environment within a leading UK nursery group, with opportunities for professional development and a range of staff benefits. Join us to help children grow through nutritious meals and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in early years settings.
• Mentoring and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Ability to drive improvements and ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements for children.
• Support the Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ensure kitchen inventory is well-maintained and assist with ordering and stock management.
• Support meal preparation and assist in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.

Skills

Leadership in EY settings

Mentoring & coaching

Problem solving & improvement

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries in Stowmarket is seeking an Assistant Chef to join our kitchen team and prepare healthy meals for children. You will support the Chef, uphold food safety standards, and ensure menus meet dietary needs.

This role offers a nurturing work environment within a leading UK nursery group, with opportunities for professional development and a range of staff benefits. Join us to help children grow through nutritious meals and a supportive team.