Casual Chef - Busy bees at Everton Hills page is loaded Casual Chef - Busy bees at Everton Hills Apply locations Busy Bees at Everton Hills time type Part time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: July 10, 2025 (27 days left to apply) job requisition id JR108793 Join Our Hive as a Casual Chef! Location: Busy Bees at Everton Hills, QLDPosition: Casual Chef/CookPay Rate: $36.68 per hourAre you a talented chef with a flair for preparing wholesome, child-friendly meals? Do you want your culinary skills to make a real difference every day? Come join the buzz at Busy Bees at Everton Hills, where your creativity and care will be valued and celebrated.Located in the beautiful Moreton Bay Region, just north-west of Brisbane, our 101-place service is seeking a passionate and organised Casual Chef/Cook to join our warm, welcoming team. You'll play a key role in nourishing little minds and bodies with nutritious, allergy-aware, and delicious meals. Why Join the Hive? Competitive pay - Enjoy fantastic above-award rates with great work-life balance.Uniform perks - Receive a laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation.Discounted childcare - Save with generous childcare gap fee discounts for permanent staff.Career growth - Be part of a leading global early learning provider with real development opportunities.Supportive culture - Work within a friendly, inclusive, and professional team.Training & development - Access our Busy Bees learning platform and enhance your culinary & leadership skills.Employee wellbeing - Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program.Global opportunities - Participate in our Global Talent Exchange Program and build industry-wide networks. What You'll Bring to the Kitchen Essential Qualifications & ChecksCertificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent experience/qualification)Current Working With Children CheckFood Safety & Handling CertificationKey Skills & ResponsibilitiesPrepare healthy, balanced meals tailored to children's developmental and dietary needsCater for a wide range of dietary requirements (e.g. allergies, intolerances, religious needs)Plan rotating menus in line with nutritional guidelines and seasonal availabilityMaintain strict hygiene and food safety standardsWork efficiently to align meal prep with the service's daily routine and budgetContribute to a positive kitchen culture that reflects our values of care, creativity, and sustainabilityNice-to-HavesExperience in an early childhood or educational settingKnowledge of cultural food practices and sustainable cookingA passion for making food fun, inclusive, and educational Even if you're not a perfect match - we'd still love to hear from you! Ready to Apply? Click "Apply Now" to submit your resume via our internal application portal. You'll be prompted to create an account to get started.Prefer to email? Send your resume to Let's cook up something amazing together!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. Our Story 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 qualityand 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.