Nursery Chef: Healthy Meals for Growing Minds

Busy Bees Nurseries; Reigate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Bee Curious discounts

Up to 28 days holiday

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Reigate is seeking a Chef to join our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development in the early years sector.

You will work in a nurturing environment, ensuring food safety and hygiene, managing kitchen operations, and collaborating with staff to meet dietary needs. The role offers opportunities for learning and progression within a leading UK nursery group.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene certificate (Level 2+) is required.
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations is essential.
• Empathy and understanding for each child’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 during inspections.
• Maintain kitchen inventory and efficiently manage purchasing.

Skills

Catering experience

Kitchen operations

Empathy

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2+)

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries in Reigate is seeking a Chef to join our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's growth and development in the early years sector.

You will work in a nurturing environment, ensuring food safety and hygiene, managing kitchen operations, and collaborating with staff to meet dietary needs. The role offers opportunities for learning and progression within a leading UK nursery group.