Chef

2 weeks ago

Didcot, United Kingdom Busy Bees Full time

Role Overview:

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

Are 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 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.

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
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 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
- 25% 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)

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.

Role Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare 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

  • Sous Chef

    2 weeks ago

    Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Renard Resources Full time £32,000 per year

    Job Description Sous Chef - Fantastic OpportunitySous Chef salary - Up to £32k+ BenefitsWe have a fantastic opportunity for a Sous chef for this busy high volume restaurant in Berkshire (20 minute drive from Reading station) As sous chef you will be highly organised and have experience in a high volume operation.We are looking for a sous chef who is a...

  • Chef

    2 weeks ago

    Didcot, United Kingdom Eurest Careers Full time

    We're currently recruiting an ambitious Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Eurest on a full time basis contracted to 40 hours per week. As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and serving the kind of food that truly brightens our clients' and customers' days, all within the market-leading food service company in the UK. You'll...

  • Chef - The Meadows

    3 weeks ago

    Didcot, United Kingdom Blue Arrow Full time

    Chef Required - Care Home in Didcot Salary: £31,000 to £33,000 (Depends on experience) Start Date: ASAP | DBS on Update Service Required A respected care home in Didcot is seeking an experienced and dependable Chef to lead its kitchen team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing nutritious, high-quality meals to residents...

  • Chef

    5 days ago

    Didcot, United Kingdom Atalian Servest Full time

    **Reference: CAT/JG/14-07/477/1** **Job Title: Chef** **Pay Rate: £12.00** **Working Hours: Saturday,Sunday - 07:00 - 19:00 - 22.5 hours per week** **Location: Didcot** **Would you be interested to join a leading catering company with a reputation for excellence?** Atalian Servest is currently recruiting for a Chef to join our passionate and driven...

  • Live Inn Chef De Parte

    1 week ago

    Didcot, United Kingdom Blue Arrow - Newbury Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Opportunity: Chef de Partie / Sous Chef - Vibrant Bistro Pub/ Hotel in DidcotA dynamic bistro pub located in the heart of Didcot, Oxfordshire, is currently seeking a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie or Sous Chef to join its talented kitchen brigade. This full-time, permanent position offers an exciting opportunity for a culinary...

  • Head Chef

    3 weeks ago

    Didcot, United Kingdom B&I (Business and Industry) Full time

    Head Chef - Didcot £40,716 per annum Monday - Friday role! Harwell Science and Innovation Campus is home to over 200 organisations and a dynamic community of more than 7,000 scientists, engineers, and innovators. As the site rapidly expands towards 2028, we're scaling our food operations to match - and we need a creative, organised, and passionate Head Chef...

  • Live Inn Chef De Parte

    2 weeks ago

    Didcot, United Kingdom Blue Arrow - Newbury Full time

    Job Opportunity: Chef de Partie / Sous Chef - Vibrant Bistro Pub/ Hotel in DidcotA dynamic bistro pub located in the heart of Didcot, Oxfordshire, is currently seeking a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie or Sous Chef to join its talented kitchen brigade. This full-time, permanent position offers an exciting opportunity xsabvtc for a culinary professional...

  • Live Inn Chef De Parte

    7 days ago

    Didcot, United Kingdom Blue Arrow - Newbury Full time

    Job DescriptionLike the look of this opportunity Make sure to apply fast, as a high volume of applications is expected Scroll down to read the complete job description.Job Opportunity: Chef de Partie / Sous Chef - Vibrant Bistro Pub/ Hotel in DidcotA dynamic bistro pub located in the heart of Didcot, Oxfordshire, is currently seeking a passionate and skilled...

  • Chef

    2 weeks ago

    Didcot, United Kingdom Busy Bees Full time

    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 children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing...

  • Chef

    2 weeks ago

    Didcot, United Kingdom Busy Bees Full time

    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 children's growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a nurturing...