Food Coordinator

Food Coordinator in an Early Learning Centre

Location: Subiaco

Centre Capacity: 56 Children

Compensation: $30.00 – $32.00 – based on experience and qualifications.

Part-Time 26 hours per week | Permanent – Monday to Friday | Full Availability between the hours of 7.30am to 1.00pm

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Food Coordinator to join our boutique Tall Tree Early Learning Centre located in the heart of Subiaco. If you love preparing healthy, age-appropriate meals and want to contribute to the wellbeing of children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, this is a rewarding and rare opportunity to bring your skills to a nurturing early learning environment.

About the Role:

As the Food Coordinator at Tall Tree Early Learning Subiaco, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children aged 0–5 years. Working with a pre-planned menu, you will adjust meals to ensure they are developmentally appropriate for different age groups, while accommodating allergies and dietary requirements.

This role also includes managing food ordering, with one dedicated hour per week provided for this task. In addition to meal preparation, you will maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, ensuring food safety standards are consistently met. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on creating a warm, safe, and positive food culture during mealtimes.

Your Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve healthy, age-appropriate meals and snacks in line with a pre-planned menu

• Modify meals to meet the developmental needs of infants and toddlers, and accommodate dietary restrictions

• Conduct weekly food ordering with an allocated one-hour planning period

• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment, including dishwashing and equipment upkeep

• Collaborate with educators to support children during mealtimes and encourage healthy eating habits

• Support children's wellbeing by promoting a positive and calm atmosphere at mealtimes

• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and health regulations

What We're Looking For:

• We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic individual with a strong passion for nutrition and working in a childcare environment. The ideal candidate will:

• Have prior experience preparing meals in a professional kitchen setting (childcare or similar environment preferred)

• Be knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene practices

• Be confident in adjusting meals to suit the needs of infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children

• Possess strong time management skills and the ability to work independently

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

• Hold full working rights in Australia

Why Join Tall Tree?

At Tall Tree Early Learning Subiaco, we foster a supportive and high-quality early learning environment where team members feel valued and empowered. Here's why educators and professionals love working with us:

• A small, boutique 56-place centre in a vibrant, community-focused Subiaco location

• Warm, supportive team culture built on collaboration and respect

• Dedicated planning time for food ordering and ongoing operational support

• Access to professional development and internal growth opportunities

• Complimentary annual flu vaccinations

• Generous childcare discounts available across all Atlantis Group centres

• Health and wellbeing resources and local gym membership discounts

• Access to 100s of retail discounts and exclusive team benefits

• Participation in staff appreciation and social events

• Be part of a company proudly applying for the Childcare Worker Retention Grant, offering a 10% pay increase on base award rates

About Tall Tree Early Learning & Atlantis Group:

Tall Tree Early Learning and the Atlantis Group have proudly delivered exceptional education and care services across Perth for over 28 years. With a network of Long Day Care and OSHC centres, our family-owned organisation is built on trust, quality, and a genuine commitment to our educators, children, and families.

If you're ready to nourish young minds and bodies through your love of cooking, and be part of a centre that values your contribution—apply now and become a part of the Tall Tree and Atlantis family.