Busy Bees

Early Childhood

Chef

$0–0k Mermaid Waters, Australia FULL TIME
The Brief

“Chef at Busy Bees. Skills: Meal preparation, Menu planning, Food safety. Prepare and cook healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children daily. Plan menus in line with nutritional guidelines and seasonal availability”

What You'll Achieve.

Support the growth and development of children; Maintaining high standards of food safety and kitchen hygiene; Providing healthy meals and snacks

Industry & Context.

Early Childhood

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Previous experience working as a Chef or Cook, Knowledge of safe food handling and allergy management, Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain), Current Working with Children Check (QLD Blue Card) or willingness to obtain), organisational and time management skills, A genuine passion for creating healthy meals for children, Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Nice to Have

preferably in childcare, education, aged care, or hospitality

What You'll Do.

Prepare and cook healthy

balanced meals and snacks for children daily

Plan menus in line with nutritional guidelines and seasonal availability

Maintain high standards of cleanliness

Ensure compliance with Food Safety Standards and Busy Bees policies

and dietary requirements

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work collaboratively with the Centre Leadership Team and educators; Build positive relationships with children, families, and the wider team

Communication Scope

Excellent communication skills

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