Busy Bees at Fremantle
Busy Bees at Fremantle is a 60-place service where you'll find spacious open-plan rooms full of stimulating and educational activities, with a team of dedicated and passionate educators and an excellent leadership team. Our service is located on a quiet residential street close school, close to the south-west end of Booyeembara Park.
Our Service is on the lookout for a passionate Chef /Cook with the ability to cater for children with all dietary requirements to join their service. This is an amazing opportunity to join a leading childcare service and showcase your skills and passion while working for a leading global childcare brand.
Role : Permanent Part Time - Monday to Friday morning shifts 5 hours a day
Salary : $29.89, but you can negotiate the rate
Location : Fremantle, Perth WA
Note : Please notice that to be able to apply for this role you need fully work rights.
What's in it for you?
* Above-Award Pay + Work-Life Balance
* ECEC Retention Payment (10%)
* Laundry Allowance & Annual Uniform Allocation
* Generous Childcare Gap Fee Discounts
* Global Career Growth & Learning Opportunities
* Showcase your leadership skills
* Supportive, inclusive team culture
* Access to Busy Bees Training Platform
* Employee Assistance Program
* Global Talent Exchange Program
* Network with top leaders in the industry
Essential Qualifications
* Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent culinary qualifications or experience .
* A current and valid Working With Children Check or ability to obtain one.
Essential Skills and Attributes
* Ability to create balanced, nutritious meals suitable for young children, considering their developmental needs.
* Experience in designing rotating menus that adhere to dietary guidelines and cater to the diverse needs of children.
* Capability to prepare meals for children with allergies, intolerances, or specific dietary needs (e.g., gluten-free, dairy-free, halal).
* Strict adherence to food safety and hygiene protocols.
* Ability to work within budgetary constraints when ordering food and supplies.
* Punctuality and efficiency in preparing meals according to the schedule of the early childhood service.
Desirable Skills and Knowledge
* Previous experience in a Chef, Cook, or similar role particularly in an early childhood setting .
* Understanding specific nutritional requirements and common allergies/intolerances in young children.
* Ability to prepare dishes that reflect various cultures and traditions, making food an educational experience.
* Knowledge of sustainable food practices, like reducing waste or using locally sourced ingredients.
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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.