Nursery Kitchen Lead - Nutritious Meals for Kids

Busy Bees; Catford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Birthday off

25% childcare discount

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Wellbeing platform

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking a Chef to join our nursery kitchen team in the UK. You will prepare healthy meals that support young children's growth, ensuring food safety and hygiene across operations.

You will lead kitchen staff and collaborate with regulators to maintain high standards within the early years sector. As part of Busy Bees, you will contribute to our Bee Curious curriculum by delivering nourishing meals while gaining valuable experience in catering within a nurturing environment that

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2) is required.
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations.
• Empathy and understanding of each child's needs.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Catering experience

Team leadership

Food prep

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2)

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking a Chef to join our nursery kitchen team in the UK. You will prepare healthy meals that support young children's growth, ensuring food safety and hygiene across operations.

You will lead kitchen staff and collaborate with regulators to maintain high standards within the early years sector. As part of Busy Bees, you will contribute to our Bee Curious curriculum by delivering nourishing meals while gaining valuable experience in catering within a nurturing environment that