Full-Time Chef – Busy Bees at Port Melbourne

Location: Port Melbourne, VIC
Licensed Capacity: 128 places
Hourly Rate: $30.93 (Support Worker 3.1 – Children’s Services Award)

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Full-Time Chef to join our team at Busy Bees at Port Melbourne. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious and delicious meals for children, catering to a range of dietary needs, and ensuring the highest standards of food safety and hygiene in our centre kitchen.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing and serving healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children in line with nutrition guidelines

Planning seasonal menus that cater to dietary, allergy, and cultural requirements

Maintaining compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards

Managing kitchen operations including stock ordering, rotation, and storage

Supporting centre events and family engagement activities through food service

Working independently as the sole Chef in the kitchen

What You’ll Need

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification)

Current VIC Working with Children Check (Employee)

Valid Food Handling / Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations for childcare settings

Experience managing menus for children, including allergies and intolerances

Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently

A passion for creating healthy, child-friendly meals

Key Benefits

At Busy Bees, we value our people and their contributions. As a Chef, you will enjoy:

Competitive pay rate: $30.93 per hour (Support Worker 3.1 – Children’s Services Award)

Laundry allowance in addition to salary

Supportive and collaborative centre team environment

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support

Opportunities for professional growth within the Busy Bees network

The chance to make a real impact on children’s health and wellbeing

Apply Now

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Chef with a passion for children’s nutrition, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join the Busy Bees at Port Melbourne team and help provide the best start in life for children.