Nursery Chef: Nutritious Meals & Kitchen Leadership

Busy Bees Nurseries; Colchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Bee Hive discounts

28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Birthday off

Childcare discount (25%)

Enhanced family leave

Peppy menopause support

Salary Finance

EAP & MHFA

Cycle to Work

Pension access

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Colchester is seeking a Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare healthy, nutritious meals for children, ensure food safety, and support the well-being of learners in our Busy Bees environment.

Ideal candidates have a Food Hygiene Certificate and experience in catering or kitchen operations. The role offers a rewarding, nurturing workplace focused on early years education and community impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in catering or kitchen operations.
• Food Hygiene Certificate required.
• Ability to manage kitchen staff and ensure safety.

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 safety

Team leadership

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Busy Bees Nurseries in Colchester is seeking a Chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare healthy, nutritious meals for children, ensure food safety, and support the well-being of learners in our Busy Bees environment.

Ideal candidates have a Food Hygiene Certificate and experience in catering or kitchen operations. The role offers a rewarding, nurturing workplace focused on early years education and community impact.