Chef at Busy Bees Global

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

30.93

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Cookery, Food Handling, HACCP, Food Safety, Menu Planning, Childcare Experience, Dietary Requirements, Nutrition, Team Collaboration, Cultural Inclusivity

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Part-Time Chef (25 hrs) – Busy Bees at Bentleigh East Location: Bentleigh East, VIC Licensed Capacity: 81 places Hourly Rate: $30.93 per hour About the Role Busy Bees at Bentleigh East is seeking a passionate Part-Time Chef to prepare nutritious and delicious meals for the children in our care. With a licensed capacity of 81 children, you will play a key role in supporting their health, wellbeing, and learning by providing fresh, high-quality meals each day. This role is 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday), with flexibility for morning to early afternoon shifts. As our Chef, you will: Prepare fresh, healthy, and culturally inclusive meals and snacks for children Plan and deliver weekly menus in line with Nutrition Australia and Busy Bees guidelines Cater for special dietary requirements including allergies, intolerances, and cultural needs Ensure the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance (HACCP) Manage kitchen supplies, stock rotation, and ordering Work closely with centre leadership to promote children’s health and wellbeing What You’ll Need Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification) Food Handling Certificate Knowledge of HACCP, food safety programs, and menu planning requirements Experience as a Chef in childcare, schools, or aged care settings (highly desirable) Current Working with Children Check (VIC) Current First Aid and CPR certification (preferred) Full Australian working rights Key Benefits Hourly rate – $30.93 per hour Laundry allowance and uniform allocation Generous childcare gap fee discounts for permanent staff Say goodbye to weekend work – Monday to Friday only Access to the Busy Bees learning platform for ongoing professional development Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family support Apply now to join Busy Bees at Bentleigh East as our Chef, where your passion for fresh, healthy food will help fuel the next generation of learners. 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

Prepare fresh, healthy, and culturally inclusive meals and snacks for children. Manage kitchen supplies and ensure compliance with food safety standards.