Centre Chef

Love cooking and making a difference in children's lives? Join our Freckles Family

Freckles Kindy and Learning Centre is a locally owned and operated Childcare Centre in Highfields, dedicated to providing a warm, welcoming, and nurturing environment for children and their families.

We're currently seeking a passionate and reliable Chef to prepare and deliver nutritious, home-style meals that support the health and development of children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

• Plan and prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks for children, catering to dietary needs and allergies.
• Develop seasonal menus aligned with nutritional guidelines and centre policies.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Work closely with educators and families regarding dietary requirements.
• Manage kitchen supplies and ordering.

• Experience cooking in a commercial kitchen, ideally in a childcare, school, or aged care setting.
• Certificate in Food Safety or willingness to obtain.
• Knowledge of nutritional guidelines for young children.
• Excellent time management and organisation skills.
• A warm, friendly personality and a love of working in a child-focused environment.
• Current Blue Card (or ability to obtain).

• A supportive, friendly, and inclusive team culture.
• Family-owned Centre that truly values its staff.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Well-equipped, purpose-built kitchen.
• Opportunity to contribute to a service that values healthy eating and children's wellbeing.

If you're ready to bring your passion for food into a rewarding childcare setting, we'd love to hear from you

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