Chef

Busy Bees Nurseries; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking a passionate Chef to prepare nutritious meals for children in their Harrogate nursery. In this role, you'll oversee kitchen operations, ensure food safety, and manage staff. An essential qualification is a Food Hygiene Certificate. The role offers competitive pay, professional growth opportunities, and various employee benefits, including a childcare discount and enhanced leave options. Join a workplace dedicated to nurturing every team member and providing the best start in life for children.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development and career progression

25% childcare discount

Flexible holiday allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate is essential for the role.
• Experience in a kitchen environment or catering is required.
• Must have an empathetic approach towards children's unique needs.

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.

Skills

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Experience in catering or kitchen operations

Empathy and understanding

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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 have experience as a Chef, Assistant Chef, Cook or have managed a cafe, apply now!

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. Busy Bees Nursery in Harrogate, South Drive is an Ofsted‑rated “Good” facility with a capacity of 52 children and is conveniently located just off the A61, a short drive from Harrogate city centre.

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)