Childcare Cook/Chef

1 week ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Childcare Cook/Chef role at Illawarra Mercury.

Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment. Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.

About the role
  • Prepare morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea for the children based on a 4-week rotating menu.
  • Ensure that the meals prepared meet the special dietary needs of the children with allergies and cultural preferences.
  • Ensure safe and hygienic storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks.
  • Order food supplies in line with menus and within the Centre\'s budget and check food deliveries made to the Centre.
  • Work with the Centre Director to create and prepare a wholesome menu.
  • Communicate positively with children and staff on a daily basis.
About you
  • Relevant qualification in hospitality/commercial cookery/nutrition or early childhood education.
  • Previous experience in a similar role desirable.
  • Menu planning and allergy management experiences.
  • Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one.
  • Food Safety Supervisor's Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
  • First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
Benefits and expectations
  • Rotating rosters to support a great work/life balance.
  • Competitive remuneration and up to $1,500 annual bonus (depending on your qualification).
  • Up to 50% staff childcare discounts for your own children.
  • A paid day off on your birthday plus a well-being day on top of annual leave.
  • $1,000 staff referral bonus for every successful referral.
  • Continuous career development opportunities including our Future Leaders Program.
  • Employee Assistance Program via Sonder for confidential counselling and support.
  • Study allowances to upskill qualifications (including Early Childhood Teaching degrees, terms and conditions apply).
  • Travel allowances (terms and conditions apply).
  • Monday - Friday with set hours, no weekends.
  • Modern, purpose-built centre with excellent kitchen facilities.
  • Inclusive and supportive team with mentorship from experienced centre management.
Equal opportunity

We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

How to apply

If this sounds like you, please click "APPLY NOW" or contact the provided information for more details.


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