Part Time Assistant Chef

Job Description Join Our Team at Busy Bees Leading Nursery Group in the UKnAre you passionate about cooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As an Assistant Chef at Busy Bees, youll be a key part of our kitchen team, preparing healthy meals that support children's 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.nAbout Us Busy Bees is the UK's 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.nWhy 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, youll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.nOur Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.About our Nursery Busy Bees Spital is an Ofsted-rated "Good" nursery with a capacity of 130 children, offering a beautiful setting on the banks of the picturesque Spital Dam. The nursery is surrounded by natural beauty, featuring a wild garden and a secluded main garden filled with trees and wildlife. Inside, the bright, airy rooms and dedicated staff team provide an ideal environment to give children the best start in life. Free parking is available for staff.Busy Bees BenefitsnnCompetitive salarynOngoing professional development and career progression nOur Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers nUp to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)nYour birthday off its our gift to you!n25% childcare discount nEnhanced family leave and return to work bonusnMenopause support through Peppy nFinancial support through Salary Finance nEmployee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First AidersnCycle to Work scheme nEasy access to your workplace pension through CushonnDiscounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)nnnBut wait, theres more! You'll 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.Key Responsibilities:nnPrepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements for children.nSupport the Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.nEnsure kitchen inventory is well-maintained and assist with ordering and stock management.nSupport meal preparation and assist in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.nIdeal CandidateIdeally experience in leadership within early years settings.Strong mentoring and problem-solving skills.Ability to drive improvements and ensure compliance.If you have a passion for leading teams and supporting quality education, apply today!

Created: 2026-02-12