Chef

Chef – Busy Bees at Amaroo

Location: Amaroo, ACT

Hourly Rate: $29.89 (Support Worker Level 3.1)

Nourish Young Minds – Chef Opportunity at Busy Bees at Amaroo

Are you a qualified Chef who enjoys preparing nutritious meals in a nurturing environment? Busy Bees at Amaroo is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our team. Prior experience in an early childhood setting is highly regarded, as we value candidates who understand the dietary needs and safety standards required in childcare.

About the Role

Prepare and serve meals for children aged 0–5, including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea

Plan and rotate seasonal menus that align with children’s nutritional guidelines and dietary needs

Ensure the kitchen is clean, hygienic and compliant with food safety standards

Manage allergies, intolerances and cultural dietary requirements with care

Work closely with the centre leadership and educators to support the wellbeing of children

What You’ll Need

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)

Valid Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Experience working in a childcare environment (preferred)

Working With Children Check (ACT)

First Aid and CPR certifications (desirable but not essential)

Knowledge of HACCP and food safety compliance

Ability to manage time efficiently and independently

Key Benefits We Offer

Competitive hourly rate: $29.89

Laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation

Up to 50% discount on childcare gap fees for permanent staff

A supportive team and inclusive workplace culture

Access to training and development through the Busy Bees learning platform

Career progression opportunities within a national early education provider

Access to our Employee Assistance Program

If you're ready to bring your passion for food and child wellbeing into a purpose-driven kitchen, apply today to join Busy Bees at Amaroo as our Chef.

Why Work for Busy Bees?

If you’re 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 couldn’t 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.

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