Childcare - Kitchen Assistant

South Coast Baptist College is an independent co-educational school that serves families in the southern metropolitan regions of Perth and beyond by providing inspired, innovative and exemplary Christian education that is committed to empowering our students to reach their purpose.

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About the role: Childcare - Kitchen Assistant

• Employment Type: Casual
• Full Job Description

Are you passionate about creating nutritious meals and supporting a vibrant community of children and staff? South Coast Baptist College is searching for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our team and play a key role in fostering a welcoming, functional environment for our childcare centre. If you thrive in a collaborative, faith-driven setting and have a knack for food service and hygiene, we want to hear from you

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be instrumental in:

• Preparing and serving delicious, healthy meals and snacks tailored to diverse dietary needs.
• Upholding impeccable standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Performing essential cleaning tasks, including dishwashing, floor mopping, and maintaining spotless food preparation areas.
• Managing food supplies and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and guidelines.
• Contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment and building strong relationships with children and families.
• Supporting a culture of continuous improvement and participating in professional development activities.

Position Requirements:

• Relevant Qualifications: Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Desirable), food service and handling certificates, understanding of FSANZ Code, and a current First Aid qualification (ACECQA guidelines).
• Experience & Skills: Proven experience in preparing nutritious meals, knowledge of food safety and hygiene, and the ability to manage food supplies effectively.
• Organizational Ability: Strong time management skills and the capability to perform duties within time constraints.
• Teamwork & Independence: Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Training & Compliance: Competency in providing food safety training and maintaining compliance with statutory regulations and QIAS.
• Personal Qualities: Commitment to our Christian values, strong communication skills, and the ability to build supportive relationships with staff, children, and parents.

Essential Criteria:

• To have a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.
• To actively be a part of a Church or Christian community and exemplify Christian beliefs, behaviour, and practices.
• To accept the College's Statement of Faith.
• Build co-operative and supportive relationships with the board, principal, staff, students and parents.
• Work to ensure personal best practice.
• Ensure that decision making is based on fact and is impartial and fair.
• Model the use of appropriate and proper channels of communication.
• Always act in the best interest of the College and its ethos.
• Adhering to all policies and procedures outlined by SCBC.
• First Aid certificate is desirable.
• Working With Children Card.
  

Closing date of Applications: 30 September 2025

*South Coast Baptist College reserves the right to fill this position prior to the closing date.

When applying, please ensure you have the following documents with your application.

• Covering letter
• Resume

Copy of:

• Working with Children Card
• Relevant qualification certificates/academic transcripts
• Visa / Residency Status / Passport
• Driver's license
• First Aid Certificate
• National Police Certificate
• Pastor/Christian Leader's reference
  

Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact our HR team on or via email