Part-Time Chef (25 hrs) – Busy Bees at Bentleigh East

Location: Bentleigh East, VIC
Licensed Capacity: 81 places
Hourly Rate: $30.93 per hour

About the Role

Busy Bees at Bentleigh East is seeking a passionate Part-Time Chef to prepare nutritious and delicious meals for the children in our care. With a licensed capacity of 81 children, you will play a key role in supporting their health, wellbeing, and learning by providing fresh, high-quality meals each day. Cooking for 21 children per day!

This role is 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday), with flexibility for morning to early afternoon shifts.

As our Chef, you will:

Prepare fresh, healthy, and culturally inclusive meals and snacks for children

Plan and deliver weekly menus in line with Nutrition Australia and Busy Bees guidelines

Cater for special dietary requirements including allergies, intolerances, and cultural needs

Ensure the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance (HACCP)

Manage kitchen supplies, stock rotation, and ordering

Work closely with centre leadership to promote children’s health and wellbeing

What You’ll Need

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification)

Food Handling Certificate

Knowledge of HACCP, food safety programs, and menu planning requirements

Experience as a Chef in childcare, schools, or aged care settings (highly desirable)

Current Working with Children Check (VIC)

Current First Aid and CPR certification (preferred)

Full Australian working rights

Key Benefits

Hourly rate – $30.93 per hour

Laundry allowance and uniform allocation

Generous childcare gap fee discounts for permanent staff

Say goodbye to weekend work – Monday to Friday only

Access to the Busy Bees learning platform for ongoing professional development

Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family support

Apply now to join Busy Bees at Bentleigh East as our Chef, where your passion for fresh, healthy food will help fuel the next generation of learners.