Nursery Chef — Healthy Meals for Kids, Four-Day Week

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Birthday off

Holiday entitlement and bank holidays

Job summary

Busy Bees Haslemere is seeking a Nursery Chef to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for young children and support health and wellbeing through balanced menus. You will cater to dietary requirements, maintain high hygiene standards, and contribute to a safe, welcoming kitchen environment.

The role offers the opportunity to work within the UK's leading nursery group, with competitive benefits and ongoing training to support career progression in childcare catering.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or kitchen operations.
• Hold a Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
• 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 experience

Food hygiene awareness

Empathy for children

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2+)

Job description

Busy Bees Haslemere is seeking a Nursery Chef to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for young children and support health and wellbeing through balanced menus. You will cater to dietary requirements, maintain high hygiene standards, and contribute to a safe, welcoming kitchen environment.

The role offers the opportunity to work within the UK's leading nursery group, with competitive benefits and ongoing training to support career progression in childcare catering.