Catering Apprentice: Kickstart Your Kitchen Career

Busy Bees Nurseries; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Birthday off

25% childcare discount

Staff wellbeing platform

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in the United Kingdom offers a Catering Apprenticeship in our nursery kitchens. You will learn hands-on food preparation, safe kitchen practices, and receive mentoring while supporting nutritious meals for children.

The role develops practical catering skills within a leading nursery group, with opportunities for long-term career progression and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be a resident in the UK for at least 3 consecutive years.
• Maths and English GCSE grade 3/D or Level 2 Functional Skills or equivalent required.
• Passion for starting a career in catering and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and follow food safety standards.
• Support the delivery of high‑quality catering services for children and staff.
• Build relationships with team members and contribute to a positive kitchen environment.
• Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across kitchen and dining areas.
• Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard wellbeing.
• Work toward completing your apprenticeship within the expected timeframe.
• Be proactive in learning new skills within a busy kitchen setting.
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development and improvement.
• Communicate progress and needs with your Line Manager.

Skills

Catering enthusiasm

Food safety awareness

Education

GCSE Maths/English min grade 3/D or Level 2 Functional Skills

Level 2 Food Hygiene (Desirable)

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries in the United Kingdom offers a Catering Apprenticeship in our nursery kitchens. You will learn hands-on food preparation, safe kitchen practices, and receive mentoring while supporting nutritious meals for children.

The role develops practical catering skills within a leading nursery group, with opportunities for long-term career progression and comprehensive benefits.