Nursery Chef: Nutritious Meals & Kitchen Lead

Busy Bees; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Birthday off

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking a Chef to join our kitchen team, preparing nutritious meals for young children in our UK nurseries. You will contribute to the wellbeing and growth of children through healthy menus while gaining experience in early years catering.

As part of a supportive team, you will ensure food safety, manage kitchen operations, and participate in inventory management. A Food Hygiene Certificate and catering experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Empathy and understanding—each child is unique.
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2+) or higher is required.
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary needs.
• Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance.
• Manage kitchen staff and collaborate with regulators during inspections.
• Maintain kitchen inventory and efficiently manage purchasing.

Skills

Empathy

Food safety awareness

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2+)

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking a Chef to join our kitchen team, preparing nutritious meals for young children in our UK nurseries. You will contribute to the wellbeing and growth of children through healthy menus while gaining experience in early years catering.

As part of a supportive team, you will ensure food safety, manage kitchen operations, and participate in inventory management. A Food Hygiene Certificate and catering experience are preferred.