Chef at Busy Bees Global

, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

32.34

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Menu Planning, Food Preparation, Dietary Needs Management, Allergy Management, Cultural Needs Compliance, Kitchen Safety, Inventory Management, Food Ordering, Documentation, Time Management, Planning, Communication

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Part-Time Chef (30 hrs/week) – Busy Bees at Rivergums Location: Rivergums, Perth, WA Licensed Capacity: 95 places Hourly Rate: $32.34 At Busy Bees at Rivergums, we’re passionate about creating a nurturing and healthy environment where children thrive. We’re looking for an experienced Part-Time Chef to join our kitchen team and provide delicious, nutritious meals for our children, working 30 hours per week across Monday to Friday. Previous experience working in a childcare setting is desirable for this role. About the Role As our Centre Chef, you will: Plan, prepare, and serve fresh meals and snacks for children aged 0–5 Develop rotating menus that meet dietary, allergy, and cultural needs Ensure a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment at all times Manage inventory, food ordering, and kitchen documentation Work closely with the Centre Director and Educators to support overall wellbeing What You’ll Need To be successful in this role, you’ll need: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent Experience working in a childcare environment (mandatory) A current and valid Working With Children Check or ability to obtain one Valid Food Safety Supervisor Certificate First Aid and CPR certification (preferred) Understanding of HACCP and food safety regulations Strong time management, planning, and communication skills Key Benefits Hourly Rate: $32.34 Laundry allowance in addition to your salary Up to 50% childcare discount for permanent staff Consistent daytime hours (Monday to Friday – 30 hours/week) Access to the Busy Bees learning platform and professional development Supportive leadership and team culture Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Career opportunities within our national network Apply now to join Busy Bees at Rivergums, where your talent for food and passion for children’s wellbeing will be truly appreciated. Have a Bee-autiful day! Why Work for Busy Bees? If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart. We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire. Whether you're embarking on the exciting journey of your early educational career or striving to advance to the next level, Busy Bees presents an ideal opportunity for you! We're actively searching for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who possess an authentic passion for Early Childhood Education and the well-being of children, to fill a variety of roles across our Services and Support Office. Early Childhood Education attracts a special type of person. You might possess creativity, nurturance, a focus on tasks, or a knack for problem-solving. However, at its core, your affinity for Early Childhood Education arises from a profound devotion to nurturing the educational growth of the youngest members within our communities. This resonates deeply with us, as our mission is to give every child the best start in life. We are driven to gather people who care deeply about quality and we empower people to bring their unique gifts and talents together for the benefit of our children. We value each member of our team and know that by supporting you in your journey you’ll be the positive and supportive influence in theirs.

Responsibilities

The Chef will be responsible for planning, preparing, and serving fresh meals and snacks for children aged 0–5, while developing rotating menus that accommodate various dietary, allergy, and cultural needs. This role also requires maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment and managing inventory and documentation.