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Chef page is loaded## Cheflocations: Busy Bees at Tamworthtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: December 14, 2025 (29 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR110262**Chef – Busy Bees at Tamworth** **Licensed Capacity:** 102 places **Location:** 2/1A Wirraway Street, Tamworth NSW 2340 **Hourly Rate:** $30.93 (Support Worker 3.1)**Busy Bees at Tamworth** is a purpose-built, welcoming early learning centre with **102 licensed places**, located in the growing community of **Tamworth, NSW**. We are seeking a dedicated **Full-Time Chef** who is passionate about preparing nutritious meals for children and supporting a collaborative team environment.This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef who enjoys creativity, organisation, and making a meaningful impact in a childcare setting.**About the Role**In this role, you will:* Prepare and cook nutritious, age-appropriate meals that meet dietary, cultural, and allergy requirements* Plan weekly menus in line with Busy Bees nutrition guidelines* Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene at all times* Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and compliant with regulatory standards* Monitor inventory levels and place food orders* Build warm, positive relationships with children, families, and educators* Bring efficiency, creativity, and professionalism to the kitchen* Demonstrate clear **experience working in a childcare environment****What You’ll Need**To be successful in this role, you will need:* Certificate in Commercial Cookery or equivalent* Valid **NSW Working with Children Check (Employee)*** Food Safety / Food Handling certification* Strong understanding of nutrition, allergies, and menu planning* Excellent time management, organisation, and communication skills* Ability to work independently and as part of a team* Australian working rights**Key Benefits**As a permanent Chef at Busy Bees, you will enjoy:* **Hourly Rate: $30.93*** Up to **50% childcare discount*** Laundry allowance* Uniform allowance* Access to the **Busy Bees Learning Platform*** Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Career progression opportunities* Supportive, inclusive team environment* Opportunities to grow within a **global early-learning organisation**You will join a caring, supportive team committed to providing high-quality care and healthy meals for children. Our centre offers modern kitchen facilities, collaborative leadership, and the chance to make a real difference every day through nutrition and wellbeing.**Apply Now**If you are an organised, passionate **Chef** who thrives in a childcare environment, we would love to hear from you.**Apply today and join us at Busy Bees at Tamworth.**## 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.Whether you're embarking on the exciting journey of your early educational career or striving to advance to the next level, Busy Bees presents an ideal opportunity for you We're actively searching for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who possess an authentic passion for Early Childhood Education and the well-being of children, to fill a variety of roles across our Services and Support Office.Early Childhood Education attracts a special type of person. You might possess creativity, nurturance, a focus on tasks, or a knack for problem-solving. However, at its core, your affinity for Early Childhood Education arises from a profound devotion to nurturing the educational growth of the youngest members within our communities. This resonates deeply with us, as our mission is to give every child the best start in life.We are driven to gather people who care deeply about quality and we empower people to bring their unique gifts and talents together for the benefit of our children. We value each member of our team and know that by supporting you in your journey you’ll be the positive and supportive influence in theirs.
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