Nursery Chef: Nutritious Meals for Little Learners

Busy Bees Nurseries; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

Holiday entitlement

Career progression

Wellbeing resources

Retail discounts

Cycle to work

Pension

Private medical insurance

Childcare discount

Job summary

Busy Bees is opening a brand-new nursery in Whitstable. We are seeking a talented chef to prepare healthy, nutritious meals for our young learners and to oversee kitchen operations with a strong focus on food safety.

Join a supportive team with opportunities for training and career development, and enjoy benefits such as a birthday off, generous holiday entitlement, and wellbeing resources.

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations.
• Passion for creating balanced, nutritious meals for young children.
• Empathy and understanding - Every child is unique.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, delicious meals that meet children's dietary needs.
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food safety & hygiene compliance.
• Manage kitchen staff & collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections.
• Create exciting, nutritious menus that keep little tummies happy.
• Maintain kitchen inventory & ensure efficient purchasing.

Skills

Catering/kitchen operations experience

Meal planning for children

Empathy

Childcare mindset

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Busy Bees is opening a brand-new nursery in Whitstable. We are seeking a talented chef to prepare healthy, nutritious meals for our young learners and to oversee kitchen operations with a strong focus on food safety.

Join a supportive team with opportunities for training and career development, and enjoy benefits such as a birthday off, generous holiday entitlement, and wellbeing resources.