Assistant Chef
- Ipswich, Suffolk
- £12.30 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
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 our enthusiastic team at Busy Bees in Ipswich Rushmere, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 112 children. Our facility features 10 wonderful rooms, six of which open up to a spacious outdoor area, promoting a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. We make regular use of nearby heathland and woodland areas, and our nursery enjoys monthly visits from a library bus to foster a love of reading. Conveniently located close to the A12 and A14, with two local bus routes connecting to the town center, we offer free lunch and parking for our staff. Additionally, there is an option to work a flexible four-day week, with local shops nearby, making this a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant community.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)
- Prepare healthy, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements for children.
- Support the Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
- Ensure kitchen inventory is well-maintained and assist with ordering and stock management.
- Support meal preparation and assist in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
- Ideally experience in leadership within early years settings.
- Strong mentoring and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to drive improvements and ensure compliance.