Part-time Chef – Busy Bees at Glenroy
Location: Glenroy, VIC
Position Type: Permanent Part-time 30 hours per week
Hourly Rate: $32.34
Start Date: 27/04/2026
About the Role
Busy Bees at Glenroy is seeking a dedicated and passionate Chef to join our team from 27th April 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys creating nutritious meals for young children and contributing to a positive early learning environment.
As our Chef, you will play a key role in supporting children’s health, wellbeing, and development through the preparation of fresh, high-quality meals aligned with dietary guidelines.
Your responsibilities will include:
Planning and preparing nutritious, age-appropriate meals in line with dietary requirements
Managing food preparation in accordance with food safety standards and regulations
Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment
Ordering and managing stock, ensuring cost-effective kitchen operations
Catering for children with allergies, intolerances, and cultural preferences
Working collaboratively with the Centre Director and educators to support the service
What You’ll Need
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Experience working in a childcare environment (highly regarded)
Sound knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for young children
Strong organisational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Valid Working with Children Check (Employee) – VIC requirement
Key Benefits we offer for joining our Hive:
Work-life balance
Get a Laundry allowance in addition to your salary
Generous Childcare Gap Fee discounts of up to 50% for Busy Bees permanent service staff
Opportunity to gain further knowledge and grow professionally within a leading global childcare brand
A chance to showcase and build your skills in a supportive environment
Work with a supportive and inclusive team and management
Access to the Busy Bees training platform to continue developing your skills
Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Opportunity to participate in our Global Talent Exchange Program
Build a strong professional network within the Early Childhood industry
Apply Now
If you are passionate about cooking and making a meaningful impact on children’s health and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and join our Hive at Busy Bees at Glenroy.
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.