Assistant Chef — Nutritious Meals for Little Learners

Busy Bees Nurseries; Bierton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is hiring an Assistant Chef to join our UK kitchen team. You will prepare healthy meals that support young children’s growth and development, while maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Ideal candidates have a Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) and experience in catering or kitchen operations, with empathy and understanding for children’s needs. This role offers development within a supportive nursery environment.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations.
• Empathy and understanding – each child is unique.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary needs.
• Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance.
• Manage kitchen staff and collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections.
• Maintain kitchen inventory and efficiently manage purchasing.

Skills

Empathy

Catering experience

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries is hiring an Assistant Chef to join our UK kitchen team. You will prepare healthy meals that support young children’s growth and development, while maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Ideal candidates have a Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) and experience in catering or kitchen operations, with empathy and understanding for children’s needs. This role offers development within a supportive nursery environment.