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time left to apply End Date: August 14, 2025 (27 days left to apply)job requisition id JR109136Full-Time Chef Busy Bees at Armstrong CreekLocation: Armstrong Creek, VICLicensed Capacity: 126 placesEmployment Type: Full-TimeHourly Rate: $30.93 (Support Worker Level 3.1)Cook Up Something Meaningful Join Busy Bees at Armstrong CreekAt Busy Bees at Armstrong Creek, we believe that nutrition is a key ingredient in every childs learning journey. Were looking for a dedicated and experienced Chef to join our team full-time and deliver fresh, healthy meals in a supportive early learning environment.This role is ideal for someone who loves preparing nourishing meals and understands the importance of catering to young children including managing allergies, intolerances, and special dietary requirements.About the RoleAs our Centre Chef, you will:Plan and prepare fresh, nutritious meals daily for children aged 05Cater to allergies, cultural needs, and dietary restrictions with care and complianceMaintain food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness standardsOrder stock and manage kitchen supplies and budgetCollaborate with the Centre Director and educators to support health and wellbeingInteract with children during mealtimes and contribute to a positive food cultureWhat Youll NeedCertificate in Commercial Cookery or relevant experienceProven experience in a childcare, school, or similar environmentUnderstanding of allergy-aware meal preparation and food safety plansCurrent Working with Children Check (Employee) VICFood Handling and Food Safety Supervisor CertificatesExcellent time management, hygiene, and organisational skillsFriendly, approachable, and passionate about child nutritionAustralian work rights (Citizen, PR, or appropriate visa)Key Benefits we offer for joining our Hive:Hourly Rate: $30.93Full-time role with consistent weekday hours (no late nights!)Laundry allowance and annual uniform allocationChildcare discount (up to 50%) for permanent staffAccess to the Busy Bees training platform for professional developmentBe part of a supportive and inclusive team cultureEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Work with a respected global early learning brandBusy Bees at Armstrong Creek is a 126-place centre with modern facilities and a dedicated team of educators. Your role as Chef will be vital to providing children with the fuel they need to learn, grow, and thrive.Apply NowIf youre passionate about food, children, and creating a healthy future wed love to meet you.Why Work for Busy Bees?If youre passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.We know that we couldnt do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire. #J-18808-Ljbffr