Chef

Busy Bees Nurseries; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Greater London seeks a passionate Chef to prepare healthy meals for young children. You will oversee kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards while managing staff and inventory. Candidates must hold a Food Hygiene Certificate and have experience in catering. This role offers competitive pay, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday

25% childcare discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) is necessary.
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations required.

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.

Skills

Food Hygiene Certificate

Catering experience

Empathy

Job description

Are you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, you'll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering within the early years sector.

Role 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.

Requirements

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

If you're passionate about food and nutrition and maybe you have experience as Chef, an Assistant Chef, a Cook or managed a cafe apply now!

About Busy Bees

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture.

At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Our Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

Busy Bees Chiswick Larden Road

Our nursery, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 110 children and provides a nurturing environment where little ones can develop at their own pace. Our Montessori approach encourages self-directed learning, imaginative play, and freedom within a safe and supervised setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off - it's our gift to you!
• 25% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)