Role Overview:
Join Our Team at Busy Bees –Leading Nursery Group in the UK
Areyou passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals foryoung children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, you’ll be a key part of ourkitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children’sgrowth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work ina nurturing environment where you will contribute to the wellbeingof children while gaining valuable experience in catering withinthe early years sector.
About Us Busy Bees is the UK’sleading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK andmore overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the beststart in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplaceculture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our teamfeels heard, valued, and nurtured.
Why Work at Busy Bees? We offera supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging,educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team,you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designedto foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.
Our CharitableCommitment Through our partnership with BBCChildren in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for communityinvolvement and fundraising to support children’slives.
About ourNursery Join our exceptional teamat Busy Bees in Coventry Walsgrave, an Ofsted-rated Outstandingnursery with a capacity of 125 children, recognized for achieving adouble Outstanding rating. Our longstanding staff is dedicated tofostering strong partnerships with parents and providing thehighest quality of care. Conveniently located on the hospitalgrounds, we benefit from excellent links to various bus routes, aswell as easy access to the M6, M69, and A45. Staff enjoy free lunchand parking, making this an ideal opportunity to advance yourcareer in a supportive and community-focusedenvironment.
BusyBees Benefits
- Competitivesalary
- Ongoing professional development andcareer progression
- Our ‘Hive’ benefits andwellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range ofretailers
- Up to 28 days holiday per year(including bank holidays)
- Your birthday off –it’s our gift to you!
- 25% childcarediscount
- Enhanced family leave and return towork bonus
- Menopause support throughPeppy
- Financial support through SalaryFinance
- Employee Assistance Programme andMental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to Workscheme
- Easy access to your workplace pensionthrough Cushon
- Discounted Private MedicalInsurance (PMI)
But wait, there’smore! You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeingplatform, Hive – offering huge array huge of retail discountshelping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hubfeaturing resources to support your physical and mental health. ACelebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and rewardour valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us areasharing the exciting development opportunities and trainingdesigned to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.
Role Responsibilities:
KeyResponsibilities
- Preparehealthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary needs.
- Oversee kitchen operations ensuring food safety andhygiene compliance.
- Manage kitchen staff andcollaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections.
- Maintain kitchen inventory and efficiently managepurchasing.
Required Qualifications:
Ideal Candidate:
- Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above).
- Experience in catering or kitchen operations.
- Empathy and understanding – each child isunique.
If you’re passionate aboutfood and nutrition and maybe you have experience as Chef, anAssistant Chef, a Cook or managed a cafe applynow!
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