Chef

Busy Bees Nurseries; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (including bank hols)

Birthday off

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work

Pension via Cushon

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our kitchen team in the UK. You will prepare nutritious meals for children, manage daily kitchen operations, and ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene.

A rewarding role within a nurturing nursery environment that supports child development and staff growth. Join Busy Bees Formby and contribute to our Bee Curious curriculum while enjoying competitive benefits and ongoing professional development opportunities within the early

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Food hygiene

Catering/kitchen operations

Empathy for children

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. You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

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.

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

Role Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK, 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.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Formby, rated "Good" by Ofsted, is designed for children ranging from babies to preschoolers, providing an ideal environment for early education and development. Nestled in the heart of the community, our nursery offers a home-from-home atmosphere where children can thrive under the guidance of our experienced team. The nursery features a variety of well-equipped rooms tailored to different age groups, ensuring children can socialize with their peers while engaging in activities that align with their interests and developmental stages.

• 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)