Child Nutrition Chef | Weekdays, Daytime Hours

Busy Bees; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform & laundry allowance

50% childcare gap-fee discounts & EAP

Paid learning & development; access to

Career pathways; leadership & growth

Work-Life Balance; Monday–Friday, dayt

Supportive leaders & inclusive teams

Job summary

Busy Bees at Wyndham Vale is seeking a full-time Chef to prepare nutritious meals for children aged 0–5 years. The role involves 38 hours per week in a supportive childcare setting, guided by Busy Bees values and safety commitments.

Responsibilities include planning balanced menus, managing allergens, ordering and budgeting, and keeping a clean kitchen while contributing to nutrition education for children.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef or Cook; childcare experience highly regarded.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate required.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and kitchen hygiene.
• Current Working with Children Check VIC or willingness to obtain.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• Passion for nutritious meals for children; allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals in line with Australian Dietary Guidelines.
• Cater for allergies, intolerances, and cultural dietary requirements.
• Manage food ordering, budgeting, and stock control.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment in accordance with Food Safety Standards.
• Work collaboratively with the Centre Leadership Team.
• Contribute to children’s learning around nutrition and healthy eating.

Skills

Chef experience

Food safety

Organisational skills

Time management

Allergen management

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Busy Bees at Wyndham Vale is seeking a full-time Chef to prepare nutritious meals for children aged 0–5 years. The role involves 38 hours per week in a supportive childcare setting, guided by Busy Bees values and safety commitments.

Responsibilities include planning balanced menus, managing allergens, ordering and budgeting, and keeping a clean kitchen while contributing to nutrition education for children.