chef

Chef

Busy Bees View all jobs

• Location: Whitstable, Kent
• Salary: £15.35 per hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Type: Full-time
• Posted: 8 hours ago

Role Overview:

Join the Buzz at Our BRAND-NEW Busy Bees Nursery in Whitstable - We Need a Star Chef!

We're opening an exciting, Busy Bees nursery in Whitstable this Winter, and we're on the hunt for a talented chef to bring delicious, nutritious meals to life for our little learners!

Your Chef Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary - £15.35 per hour
• Birthday off - Because chefs deserve to celebrate too!
• Up to 28 days holiday - Including bank holidays
• Career progression & training - Develop your skills and grow with us
• Menopause support & wellbeing resources - A workplace that supports YOU
• Discounts on retail brands - Save money with Hive's exclusive perks
• Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute makes a happy chef!
• Pension & financial perks - Helping you plan for the future
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) - Prioritising your health
• 25% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others

Plus, our Hive Benefits & Wellbeing platform includes:

• Wellbeing Hub - Packed with resources for physical & mental health
• Celebrating You - Recognising and rewarding our fantastic team
• Grow with Us - Exciting training & development opportunities

Role Responsibilities:

Your Chef Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, delicious meals that meet children's dietary needs
• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food safety & hygiene compliance
• Manage kitchen staff & collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections
• Create exciting, nutritious menus that keep little tummies happy
• Maintain kitchen inventory & ensure efficient purchasing

Required Qualifications:

Are You Our Perfect Chef?

• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above)
• Experience in catering or kitchen operations
• Passion for creating balanced, nutritious meals for young children
• Empathy and understanding - Every child is unique

If you've worked as a Chef, Assistant Chef, Cook, or Café Manager, we want to hear from you!

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