Cook

Busy Bees Early Learning Australia

Spearwood, WA, Australia
Base: $32.34ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Plan, prepare, and serve fresh meals
Develop rotating menus
Clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment
As our Centre Chef, you will plan, prepare, and serve fresh meals and snacks for children aged 0–5, develop rotating menus that meet dietary, allergy, and cultural needs, and ensure a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment at all times

Job Summary

  • As our Centre Chef, you will plan, prepare, and serve fresh meals and snacks for children aged 0–5, develop rotating menus that meet dietary, allergy, and cultural needs, and ensure a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment at all times.
  • To be successful in this role, you’ll need a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent, experience working in a childcare environment (mandatory), a current and valid Working With Children Check or ability to obtain one, and a Valid Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
  • Key benefits include an hourly rate of $32.34, a laundry allowance, up to 50% childcare discount for permanent staff, consistent daytime hours (Monday to Friday), and access to professional development.

Matching Summary

As our Centre Chef, you will plan, prepare, and serve fresh meals and snacks for children aged 0–5, develop rotating menus that meet dietary, allergy, and cultural needs, and ensure a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment at all times.

Salary

Base: $32.34/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Laundry allowance, Up to 50% childcare discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Plan, prepare, and serve fresh meals
  • Develop rotating menus
  • Clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment
  • Manage inventory and food ordering
  • Work closely with Centre Director

Nice-to-have

  • Passionate about early learning
  • Nurturing and healthy environment
  • Supportive leadership and team culture

Key Requirements

  • Experience working in a childcare environment
  • Working With Children Check
  • Valid Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
  • First Aid and CPR certification
  • Understanding of HACCP and food safety regulations

Work Rights

Not specified

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