️ Join the Hive as Our Chef/Cook! Busy Bees at Woolloongabba East Woolloongabba, QLD – Just 10 minutes from Brisbane CBD Are you passionate about creating nutritious meals for children? Do you enjoy making a difference through food? At Busy Bees at Woolloongabba East , we’re looking for a dedicated Chef/Cook to join our buzzing team! Located in a purpose-built, 93-place service with easy access to public transport, our service is focused on creating a safe, nurturing, and delicious experience for every child. This is your chance to be part of a supportive and dynamic team at a leading global childcare brand. About the Role: Position: Permanent Part-Time Hours: Monday to Friday (Morning Shift – 30 hours/week) Hourly Rate: Up to $35/hour (commensurate with experience) Why Join the Busy Bees Hive? Up to 50% childcare discount for permanent staff Laundry allowance and annual uniform allocation Access to the Busy Bees Learning & Development Platform Ongoing leadership development and career progression Supportive management team including an experienced Centre Director Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support Be part of a respected global early learning brand ✅ Essential Qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent culinary qualifications/experience) Valid Working With Children Check First Aid Certificate including CPR Essential Skills & Attributes: Ability to prepare balanced, nutritious meals tailored to children’s developmental needs Experience creating rotating menus aligned with dietary guidelines Skilled in catering to special dietary requirements (e.g. gluten-free, dairy-free, halal) Knowledge of and adherence to food safety and hygiene protocols Ability to manage food budgets and ordering supplies Strong time management to ensure meals are ready on schedule Desirable Skills & Knowledge: Previous experience as a Chef or Cook in an early childhood setting Familiarity with nutritional needs and common allergies in children Interest in preparing culturally diverse dishes for an educational experience Knowledge of sustainable food practices like reducing waste and sourcing local produce Even if you're not an exact match, we encourage you to apply — we value passion, growth, and potential! Ready to Apply? Click the "Apply Now" button to submit your resume and start your application via our internal platform. You’ll need to create an account to complete your application. Have a Bee-autiful day! Busy Bees at Woolloongabba East – Where Food Meets Fun and Learning! 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.
