Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK About 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. 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 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 Join Busy Bees at Shenley, where we are proud to have an Ofsted rating of Good and a capacity of 110 children. Our dedicated team includes a chef with 22 years of experience and staff members who have been with us for 15 and 6 years, creating a stable and nurturing environment for the children in our care. Conveniently located near Radlett train station, we offer free lunches for our staff and free parking on-site. We are also open to discussing flexible work arrangements, including 4-day workweeks, to support a healthy work-life balance. Come be part of a passionate team committed to providing children with the best start in life! Busy Bees Benefits: Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practises. But wait, there's 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.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK About 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. 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 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 Join Busy Bees at Shenley, where we are proud to have an Ofsted rating of Good and a capacity of 110 children. Our dedicated team includes a chef with 22 years of experience and staff members who have been with us for 15 and 6 years, creating a stable and nurturing environment for the children in our care. Conveniently located near Radlett train station, we offer free lunches for our staff and free parking on-site. We are also open to discussing flexible work arrangements, including 4-day workweeks, to support a healthy work-life balance. Come be part of a passionate team committed to providing children with the best start in life! Busy Bees Benefits: Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practises. But wait, there's 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.
Job Description: A BRAND NEW MODERN NURSERY BASED IN SE1. We are collaborative, fun, and inclusive. Needs a Nursery Chef for Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM We currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious Chef with a real passion for food. Maryams would like an experienced Chef to join our 62-place nursery in Borough click apply for full job details
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
Job Description: A BRAND NEW MODERN NURSERY BASED IN SE1. We are collaborative, fun, and inclusive. Needs a Nursery Chef for Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM We currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious Chef with a real passion for food. Maryams would like an experienced Chef to join our 62-place nursery in Borough click apply for full job details
We are looking for a hands-on Nursery Chef to prepare and deliver fresh, nutritious meals for multiple nursery sites from a central kitchenWe are seeking an experienced, hands-on Nursery Chef to manage the preparation and distribution of fresh, nutritious meals from a central kitchen to multiple nursery locations. The Role: What You'll Do You will be responsible for providing delicious, healthy, and safe meals for all children (infants and preschoolers). Plan & Cook: Create and prepare nutritious, seasonal menus (breakfast, lunch, and tea). Manage Diet: Safely manage all dietary needs, allergies, and intolerances. Safety First: Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness (HACCP). Control Stock: Order ingredients and manage the budget efficiently. We're Looking For Experience as a Cook/Chef, ideally catering for children. A valid Food Hygiene/Safety Certificate (Level 2 or 3 essential). Excellent understanding of children's nutrition and allergies. Organised, reliable, and passionate about healthy food. To apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter to We look forward to hearing from you!
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
We are looking for a hands-on Nursery Chef to prepare and deliver fresh, nutritious meals for multiple nursery sites from a central kitchenWe are seeking an experienced, hands-on Nursery Chef to manage the preparation and distribution of fresh, nutritious meals from a central kitchen to multiple nursery locations. The Role: What You'll Do You will be responsible for providing delicious, healthy, and safe meals for all children (infants and preschoolers). Plan & Cook: Create and prepare nutritious, seasonal menus (breakfast, lunch, and tea). Manage Diet: Safely manage all dietary needs, allergies, and intolerances. Safety First: Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness (HACCP). Control Stock: Order ingredients and manage the budget efficiently. We're Looking For Experience as a Cook/Chef, ideally catering for children. A valid Food Hygiene/Safety Certificate (Level 2 or 3 essential). Excellent understanding of children's nutrition and allergies. Organised, reliable, and passionate about healthy food. To apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter to We look forward to hearing from you!
My client, a Nursery based in Wimbledon,is hiring for a Nursery Chef role, which involvespreparing nutritious meals for children and staff while maintaining hygiene standards. The position requires experience in catering, planning balanced menus, and knowledge of food hygiene, and involves menu planning, stock management, and working with dietary needs click apply for full job details
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
My client, a Nursery based in Wimbledon,is hiring for a Nursery Chef role, which involvespreparing nutritious meals for children and staff while maintaining hygiene standards. The position requires experience in catering, planning balanced menus, and knowledge of food hygiene, and involves menu planning, stock management, and working with dietary needs click apply for full job details
Start Date: Immediate start - temp to perm Contract Type: Temporary with potential for permanent transfer. Salary: Band 3 - £13.60 standard, £17.22 Saturdays, £21.55 Sundays and bank holidays About the Role We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our clients busy hospital catering team in Harrogate. This is a busy hospital where your contribution directly supports patient care and staff well-being. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals for: Patients, staff, and the general public Special functions and buffets An external nursery located on-site Key responsibilities include: Cooking and plating meals to NHS standards Producing individual specialised diets Exercising judgement on portion control, uptake, and food wastage Ensuring timely plating and delivery to patient areas Supporting catering for events and functions What We're Looking For We are looking for candidates who: Have experience in high-volume catering Can work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Understand dietary requirements and food safety standards Are willing to complete mandatory training and follow compliance protocols Essential Requirements: Pass a Basic DBS check Provide employment history back to school leaving age Provide 5 years of address history Complete online training modules Benefits of Working With Us Be part of a team that makes a real difference in healthcare Enjoy regular hours and a rota-based shift pattern Gain early access to permanent NHS roles Receive ongoing training and development Work in a supportive and inclusive environment Interested in joining a team that cooks with care and purpose? Apply today and help us deliver nutritious meals that support recovery and well-being. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
Start Date: Immediate start - temp to perm Contract Type: Temporary with potential for permanent transfer. Salary: Band 3 - £13.60 standard, £17.22 Saturdays, £21.55 Sundays and bank holidays About the Role We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Chef de Partie to join our clients busy hospital catering team in Harrogate. This is a busy hospital where your contribution directly supports patient care and staff well-being. You will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals for: Patients, staff, and the general public Special functions and buffets An external nursery located on-site Key responsibilities include: Cooking and plating meals to NHS standards Producing individual specialised diets Exercising judgement on portion control, uptake, and food wastage Ensuring timely plating and delivery to patient areas Supporting catering for events and functions What We're Looking For We are looking for candidates who: Have experience in high-volume catering Can work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Understand dietary requirements and food safety standards Are willing to complete mandatory training and follow compliance protocols Essential Requirements: Pass a Basic DBS check Provide employment history back to school leaving age Provide 5 years of address history Complete online training modules Benefits of Working With Us Be part of a team that makes a real difference in healthcare Enjoy regular hours and a rota-based shift pattern Gain early access to permanent NHS roles Receive ongoing training and development Work in a supportive and inclusive environment Interested in joining a team that cooks with care and purpose? Apply today and help us deliver nutritious meals that support recovery and well-being. Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people. JBRP1_UKTJ
