Role Overview:
Join Our Team at BusyBees – Leading Nursery Group in theUK
Are you passionate aboutcooking and providing nutritious meals for young children? As anAssistant Chef at Busy Bees, you’ll be a key part of our kitchenteam, preparing healthy meals that support children’s growth anddevelopment. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturingenvironment where you will contribute to the wellbeing of childrenwhile gaining valuable experience in catering within the earlyyears sector.
AboutUsBusy Bees is the UK’s leading nurserygroup, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas.We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life andare proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At BusyBees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued,and nurtured.
Why Workat Busy Bees?We offer a supportiveenvironment that empowers you to create engaging, educationalspaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll beintroduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to fostercuriosity and confidence in younglearners.
OurCharitable CommitmentThrough ourpartnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantasticopportunities for community involvement and fundraising to supportchildren’s lives.
About ourNursery Busy Bees Horsham, ratedGood by Ofsted, has a capacity of 130 children and features apassionate team dedicated to giving every child the best start inlife. Our staff actively participate in network meetings andtraining around West Sussex to build strong links with othernurseries and schools, enhancing our collaborative efforts in earlychildhood education. Conveniently located just a 10-minute walkfrom Little Haven station and with a bus stop just one minute fromthe nursery offering regular services, we ensure easy access forfamilies. We also provide free parking for staff, fostering asupportive and accessible workenvironment.
SpecificWorkingHours
- Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday: Morningsonly
- Friday andMonday: Fullday
BusyBeesBenefits
- 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 andWellbeing platform, Hive – offering huge array hugeof retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with aWellbeing Hub featuring resources tosupport your physical and mental health. ACelebrating You section showcasing theways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, adedicated Grow with Us area sharingthe exciting development opportunities and training designed tosupport you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.
RoleResponsibilities:
KeyResponsibilities:
- Partcooking
- Mainly washing up andhousekeeping
- Prepare healthy, nutritious mealsthat meet dietary requirements forchildren.
- Support the Chef in overseeingkitchen operations and maintaining food safety and hygienestandards.
- Ensure kitchen inventory iswell-maintained and assist with ordering and stockmanagement.
- Support meal preparation and assistin the cleaning and maintenance of kitchenequipment.
Required Qualifications:
IdealCandidate
- Ideally experience in leadership withinearly years settings.
- Strong mentoring and problem-solvingskills.
- Ability to driveimprovements and ensure compliance.
If you have a passion for leading teams andsupporting quality education, apply today!
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