Childcare Chef/Cook

2 weeks ago

Walkervale, Australia Children First Early Education Walkervale Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Children First Walkervale is on the lookout for an experienced chef to join our team on a temporary basis, this role is to replace our amazing Chef who is going on Maternity Leave

We are seeking a fully qualified and highly skilled Cook/Chef for our beautiful state of the art service

This position is to work Monday - Friday only, no weekend or late shifts

About your new role:

  • You will be preparing, cooking and presenting a wide variety of nutritious foods on time that are suitable for children aged 4months to 6 years for breakfast, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea, including the preparation of purees and special dietary meals

  • You will engage in menu planning, in accordance with the centre's nutrition policy and guidelines, including catering for children with allergy, intolerance and religious requirements

  • You will working in line with budgets and local suppliers

  • You will maintain a clean and safe kitchen, in accordance with Food and Council Authority requirements

About you:

  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery preferred but not essential

  • Current food handling certificate or willingness to obtain

  • Current blue card, approved first aid, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications

  • Experience with menu planning and nutrition

  • Previous experience running a kitchen, cooking in childcare or similar catering environment

  • You will be a reliable, positive and a well organised person

  • You will have excellent time management skills and be confident in managing a kitchen

  • You will provide a barista service to families (on the job training will be provided if necessary)

What we can offer you:

  • Above award wages, rewarding you

  • Wages paid weekly

  • The 10% ECEC Retention Grant Boost

  • 75% staff discount on childcare fees

  • Monday to Friday, no weekend work or late shifts

  • Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities

  • A great work-life balance

  • A beautiful brand-new child care centre located

  • Spacious, clean and well organised commercial kitchen facilities

  • Professional development and leadership programs

  • Progression opportunities with fast growing company

  • Innovative learning environments

  • Supportive Head Office and Management Team

How to apply:

This exciting opportunity won't last long Apply today to embark on a journey that rewards your excellence Or please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

In the subject line of your email please state: Walkervale – Chef