Kids' Kitchen Chef — Nutritious Meals & Team Lead

Busy Bees Nurseries; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive discounts

28 days holiday

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Family leave bonus

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee Assistance

Cycle to Work

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking a Chef to join our kitchen team and provide healthy meals that support children's growth in our nurseries across the UK. You will contribute to a nurturing environment and gain valuable experience in early years catering.

As part of Busy Bees, you will work under a supportive culture with opportunities for professional development and child-focused care, ensuring meals meet dietary needs while maintaining high hygiene standards.

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

Catering/kitchen ops

Food hygiene knowledge

Empathy toward children

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking a Chef to join our kitchen team and provide healthy meals that support children's growth in our nurseries across the UK. You will contribute to a nurturing environment and gain valuable experience in early years catering.

As part of Busy Bees, you will work under a supportive culture with opportunities for professional development and child-focused care, ensuring meals meet dietary needs while maintaining high hygiene standards.