Chef

Busy Bees Nurseries; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

28 days holiday including bank

Cycle to Work

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Childcare discount

Wellbeing resources

Training & progression

Lifestyle discounts

Wellbeing platform

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Norwood is seeking a talented chef to craft wholesome meals for young learners in a brand-new nursery.

You will oversee kitchen operations, ensure food safety, and develop nutritious menus while working with a supportive team to nurture children’s growth and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations
• Passion for creating balanced, nutritious meals for young children
• Empathy and understanding – Every child is unique
• If you’ve worked as a Chef, Assistant Chef, Cook, or Café Manager, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, delicious meals that meet children’s dietary needs
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food safety & hygiene compliance
• Manage kitchen staff & collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections
• Create exciting, nutritious menus that keep little tummies happy
• Maintain kitchen inventory & ensure efficient purchasing

Skills

Food Hygiene Certificate

Catering experience

Menu planning

Food safety

Job description

Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Norwood and We Need a Star Chef!

We’re opening an exciting, Busy Bees nursery in Norwood this Winter, and we’re on the hunt for a talented chef to bring delicious, nutritious meals to life for our little learners!

This is more than just a kitchen—it’s your chance to help shape the food culture in a brand-new nursery where fresh ingredients, big flavors, and happy children come together!

If you love cooking wholesome, nutritious food, have a passion for early years nutrition, and want to be part of something exciting, we want to hear from you!

Chef Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary – £15.85 per hour
• Birthday off – Because chefs deserve to celebrate too!
• Up to 28 days holiday – Including bank holidays
• Career progression & training – Develop your skills and grow with us
• Menopause support & wellbeing resources – A workplace that supports YOU
• Discounts on retail brands – Save money with Hive’s exclusive perks
• Cycle to Work scheme – Because a healthy commute makes a happy chef!
• Pension & financial perks – Helping you plan for the future
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) – Prioritising your health
• 25% childcare discount – Supporting your family while you support others
• Plus, our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing platform includes:
• Wellbeing Hub – Packed with resources for physical & mental health
• Celebrating You – Recognising and rewarding our fantastic team
• Grow with Us – Exciting training & development opportunities

Chef Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, delicious meals that meet children’s dietary needs
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food safety & hygiene compliance
• Manage kitchen staff & collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections
• Create exciting, nutritious menus that keep little tummies happy
• Maintain kitchen inventory & ensure efficient purchasing

Are You Our Perfect Chef?

• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations
• Passion for creating balanced, nutritious meals for young children
• Empathy and understanding – Every child is unique
• If you’ve worked as a Chef, Assistant Chef, Cook, or Café Manager, we want to hear from you!

This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing.