Catering Apprentice: Launch Your Kitchen Career

Busy Bees Nurseries; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & progression

Bee Curious curriculum access

28 days holiday

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Cycle to Work

Pension plan

PMI discount

EAP & Mental Health support

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in the United Kingdom invites applications for a Catering Apprenticeship. Start your career in a busy nursery kitchen, gaining hands-on experience with meal preparation, hygiene, and safe kitchen practice while studying through Busy Bees Education and Training.

As an apprentice, you will be supported by experienced catering professionals, have access to training and career progression, and benefit from the UK's leading nursery group's focus on development and industry

Qualifications

• Be passionate about developing a career in catering.
• To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years.
• Provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills).

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, ensuring a positive experience for all children and staff.
• Build effective working relationships with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive kitchen environment.
• Help maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and dining areas.
• Follow all food hygiene and safety protocols to safeguard children's and staff wellbeing.
• Work toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe.
• Be proactive and eager to learn new skills within a busy kitchen setting.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and continually improving your practice.
• Communicate regularly with your Line Manager about tasks, progress, and learning within the kitchen.

Skills

Catering enthusiasm

UK residency 3 years

English & Maths readiness

Education

GCSE Maths/English (3/D or Level 2)

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries in the United Kingdom invites applications for a Catering Apprenticeship. Start your career in a busy nursery kitchen, gaining hands-on experience with meal preparation, hygiene, and safe kitchen practice while studying through Busy Bees Education and Training.

As an apprentice, you will be supported by experienced catering professionals, have access to training and career progression, and benefit from the UK's leading nursery group's focus on development and industry