Childcare Chef – Part-Time, Daytime Hours, Nutritious Meals

Childcare Management Services Pty. Ltd.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowances

childcare discounts

EAP support

First Aid training

Professional development

Learning platform access

Career pathways

Daytime hours

Job summary

Busy Bees is seeking a passionate and organised Chef to join Busy Bees at Montrose, VIC on a part-time basis working approximately 30 hours per week. You will play a key role preparing fresh, nutritious meals that support the health, wellbeing, and development of children aged 0–5 years.

You’ll plan and prepare healthy meals, cater for allergies, manage stock, and maintain a clean kitchen in line with safety standards.

Qualifications

• A genuine commitment to child safety, speaking up, always doing the right thing, and alignment with Busy Bees values
• Previous experience as a Chef or Cook (experience in childcare highly regarded)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Knowledge of safe food handling and kitchen hygiene practices
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• A genuine passion for preparing nutritious meals for children and understanding allergen management and child-safe practices
• Current Working with Children Check for VIC or willingness to obtain

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

Time management

Organization

Food safety

Allergen awareness

Child safety commitment

Teamwork

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Busy Bees is seeking a passionate and organised Chef to join Busy Bees at Montrose, VIC on a part-time basis working approximately 30 hours per week. You will play a key role preparing fresh, nutritious meals that support the health, wellbeing, and development of children aged 0–5 years.

You’ll plan and prepare healthy meals, cater for allergies, manage stock, and maintain a clean kitchen in line with safety standards.