Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery
Group in the UKAre you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious
meals for young children? As a Chef at Busy Bees, you’ll be a key
part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support
childrens growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity
to work in a nurturing environment where you will contribute to the
wellbeing of children while gaining valuable experience in catering
within the early years sector.About UsBusy Bees is the UKs leading nursery group, with nearly 400
nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to
giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won
awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that
every member of our team feels heard, valued, and
nurtured.Why Work at Busy Bees?We offer a 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, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young
learners.Our Charitable CommitmentThrough our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer
fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising
to support childrens lives.About
our Nursery
Our beautiful nursery
is located a 5 minute walk from Didcot train station and bus stops.
Free lunch and snacks provided and uniform provided. Option to take
on additional roles within the centre and will receive pay
enhancements accordingly.Busy Bees
BenefitsCompetitive
salaryOngoing professional development and
career progressionOur ‘Hive’ benefits and
wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of
retailersUp to 28 days holiday per year
(including bank holidays)Your birthday off –
it’s our gift to you!25% childcare
discountEnhanced family leave and return to
work bonusMenopause support through
PeppyFinancial support through Salary
FinanceEmployee Assistance Programme and
Mental Health First AidersCycle to Work
schemeEasy access to your workplace pension
through CushonDiscounted Private Medical
Insurance (PMI)But wait, there’s more! Youll also enjoy access to our
Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of
retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a
Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and
mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we
recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated
Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities
and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy
Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key
ResponsibilitiesPrepare
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. Required
Qualifications: Ideal
Candidate:Food Hygiene
Certificate (Level 2 or above).Experience in
catering or kitchen operations.Empathy and
understanding – each child is unique.If you’re passionate about food and
nutrition and maybe you have experience as Chef, an Assistant Chef,
a Cook or managed a cafe apply now!