Chef (Full-Time) – Busy Bees at Lara

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.

As a Chef, you will:

Plan and prepare fresh, healthy meals and snacks for children each day

Cater to dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural preferences

Maintain a clean, safe, 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

What You’ll Need

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

Key Benefits

Busy Bees values its chefs as an integral part of the team. As a permanent employee, you will enjoy:

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.