Location: 44/46 Buckingham St, Lara VIC 3212
Licensed Capacity: 103 places
Hourly Rate: $30.93 (Support Worker 3.1)
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Chef to join our team at Busy Bees at Lara on a full-time basis. The Chef plays a vital role in creating nutritious and delicious meals for children, ensuring dietary requirements are met, and promoting a healthy food culture within the centre.
Responsibilities
- Plan and prepare fresh, healthy meals and snacks for children each day
- Cater to dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural preferences
- Maintain a clean, protected, and well-organised kitchen that meets food safety standards
- Work with educators to incorporate food education into children’s learning
- Manage stock, supplies, and kitchen budgets efficiently
- Ensure compliance with Busy Bees food policies and relevant regulations
Qualifications
- Relevant Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
- Previous experience in a childcare, school, or similar catering environment
- Strong understanding of nutrition and dietary requirements for children
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Current VIC Working with Children Check (Employee)
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
Benefits
- No weekend work – enjoy a better work-life balance
- Laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation
- Generous childcare gap fee discounts for permanent staff
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Professional learning opportunities through the Busy Bees training platform
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Opportunity to be part of a global childcare organisation with career pathways
Apply Now
If you are passionate about food and want to make a difference in children’s health and wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to join our Busy Bees Hive at Lara as a Chef.
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📌 Chef (Full-Time) – Busy Bees at Lara
🏢 Busy Bees
📍 Lara