CHEF

Overview

The Centre Chef is responsible for all aspects of planning and safe preparation of a nutritionally balanced menu for all Children, whilst ensuring they have a strong understanding of nutrition and age appropriate foods. The Chef will have regular consultation with families about appropriate menu choices and implement/monitor strict health and hygiene procedures. They must have an enjoyment of preparing, presenting food, as well as be able to talk to Children about healthy food options.

Responsibilities

- Menu planning, dietary needs and education

- Develop exciting and nutritious menus in conjunction with families and children’s input, in accordance with the budget

- Order food supplies in bulk where possible and coordinate the weekly supplies of fresh food

- Ensure the menu is rotated according to seasonal changes in produce

- Provides children with food that is interesting and attractive in order to inspire a love of good food, that also develops their tastes

- Ensures that all children’s dietary requirements are met (and hence the health and safety of each child)

- Provides weekly culinary classes to each classroom, educating and nurturing children to develop healthy eating habits

- Hygiene and safety

- Works with the current Food Safety program (ensuring it remains up to date), and is incorporated into daily checks and work duties

- Ensures regulations are adhered to in the preparation and clean up of food and food preparation areas

- Maintains a hygienic kitchen environment and ensure equipment is cleaned to the highest standard

- Family connections

- Is a role model that interacts with children and families in a warm and positive manner through active listening, responsive to families and engages in professional and appropriate language and behaviour

- Respects and incorporates the individual values, beliefs and cultural differences of all families into menu planning

- Ensures the menu and all ingredients used are clearly displayed for families to see

- Provides avenues for families to give feedback on the menu for children

- Develops effective communication and displays for families to promote nutrition

- Develops and posts regularly to Educa and other appropriate platforms, in order to communicate and share information with families/team.

- Compliance and reporting

- Carries out duties ethically and in line with guideline policies, procedures and regulatory standards

- Read, acknowledge and work in accordance with Green Leaves policies, handbook and procedures

- Ensures accurate record keeping for food safety compliance audits (as per Green Leaves expectations and standards)

- Notifies the Nominated Supervisor/Centre Director immediately of a disclosure of harm or suspicion of harm to a child. Team

- Supports and contributes to Centre culture and philosophy

- Develops and maintains professional and supportive working relationships with all team members that fosters continuous improvement

- Supports and guides the kitchen hand and educators around nutritional guidelines and standards (where applicable)

- Researches suitable professional development opportunities for team members before seeking approval

- Actively attends and participates in monthly team meetings (both mandatory and non-mandatory).

Qualifications and requirements

- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
- Current Senior First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma certificates
- State relevant Working with Children Check, Blue Card or Safety Screening
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with proven experience juggling a wide range of demands and priorities, and managing time effectively
- Ability to work from 6.30am to 2.30pm in line with the opening of the Centre each day.
- Knowledge and experience with Qikkids and Educa (or similar equivalent platforms)
- Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Facebook

About Company

Green Leaves Early Learning Bellerive is located in the heart of Hobart, with ample parking and walking distance from local schools, community hubs and shopping centres. Our two-story early learning educational haven for children 6 weeks to 6 years, sets a new high-quality benchmark for education and care in the region. Our culture is calm and encouraging, based on a diverse and collaborative environment for all. We foster a harmonious relationship with our people - we value your professionalism and passion with rewarding loyalty and achievements.

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