Executive Chef

Busy Bees at Lara

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Chef/Cook to join our team at Busy Bees Lara, a 103-place service located 15 minutes from the Avalon Domestic terminal. Our service offers a warm and nurturing learning environment and inspiring learning opportunities for children aged birth to 5 years.

The successful candidate will have the ability to cater for children with all dietary requirements and will be committed to food safety, hygiene protocols, and budget management when ordering food and supplies. They will also be knowledgeable in preparing culturally diverse meals that enrich children's learning experiences.

Key Benefits:

• Fantastic, Above-Award hourly rates and work-life balance
• Get a Laundry allowance and annual Uniform allocation in addition to your salary
• Generous Childcare Gap Fee discounts for Busy Bees permanent service staff
• An opportunity to gain further knowledge while working for a leading global brand in the Early Childhood industry and grow professionally
• A chance to showcase and build your leadership skills
• Work with a supportive & inclusive team and Management in a leading Childcare Service
• Continue improving your knowledge and skills with our Busy Bees training platform
• Access to the Busy Bees' Employee Assistance Program
• An opportunity to participate in our Global Talent Exchange Program
• A chance to connect with and build a support network with leaders in the Early Childhood Industry across the nation

Essential Qualifications and Licences:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent culinary qualifications or experience)
• A current and valid Working With Children Check or ability to obtain one
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Current and valid Australian Work Rights

Desirable skills, experience and knowledge:

• Skilled in preparing balanced, nutritious meals that meet young children's developmental needs and dietary guidelines
• Experienced in creating rotating menus catering to diverse needs, including allergies and specific dietary requirements (e.g., gluten-free, dairy-free, halal)
• Committed to food safety, hygiene protocols, and budget management when ordering food and supplies
• Knowledgeable in preparing culturally diverse meals that enrich children's learning experiences
• Familiar with sustainable food practices, including waste reduction and sourcing local ingredients

Please submit your resume via our internal application site or email your resume and cover letter to divya.s@busybees.edu.au, referencing 'Chef/Cook - Lara' in the subject line.

Why Work for Busy Bees?
We are a leading global childcare brand that values our people and invests in their career pathways. Our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare, and we continue to keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn't do what we do without the important people in our teams. We work with them to build career pathways that inspire and provide opportunities for growth and development.