Centre Chef

Peak Childcare Redbank; Ipswich City; In loco; AUD 60.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive wages

NAIDOC shirt provided

First Aid and CPR coverage

Staff wellness incentives

75% off weekly childcare fees

Birthday and anniversary gifts

Descrizione del lavoro

Peak Childcare and Kindergarten in Redbank (Ipswich) is opening a new Centre and seeks a qualified Centre Chef to lead the kitchen for our young learners. You will plan menus, cook nutritious meals, accommodate dietary needs, and maintain a clean kitchen while working with a supportive team.

The role emphasizes allergen awareness, healthy guidelines, and collaboration with educators. Diploma or higher and current First Aid/CPR are preferred; WWCC blue card required.

Competenze

• Growth mindset and willingness to learn.
• Strong communication with children, families, and colleagues.
• Diploma or Certificate 3 in early childhood education or higher.
• First Aid and CPR current.
• WWCC Blue Card required.
• Knowledge of EYLF, NQS, and QKLG.

Mansioni

• Run the kitchen and prepare nutritious meals for young learners.
• Plan menus and ensure meals meet healthy guidelines and allergen awareness.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and adhere to safety standards.
• Collaborate with staff to foster a nurturing learning environment.
• Position is Monday to Friday with no weekends.

Conoscenze

Growth Mindset

Continuous learning

Positive relationships

Understanding of policies

Formazione

Diploma or Certificate 3 (or working towards)

Full First Aid and CPR

Working With Children's Check - Blue Card

Descrizione del lavoro

Here at Peak Childcare and Kindergarten, we are dedicated to providing exceptional early education and care that surpasses traditional standards and reaching new heights. To be able to achieve this, we prioritise a unique approach that sets us apart. We have created a safe, inspiring, and nurturing environment that allows children to start their journey of self-discovery. We guide each child to build their confidence, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence.

About our Centre

Our stunning new Centre is about to open, and we are seeking exceptional Centre Chef!

Our service cares for children aged from 6 weeks through to School age. The service is located in the Redbank community and our mission is to cater to the needs of the vibrant community we call home!

The Role

We are seeking a qualified chef to commence and begin their journey with us at Peak Childcare. You will have full capacity of running the kitchen and creating nutritious and delicious meals for our young learners. Our ideal candidate will possess a passion for cooking and a strong understanding of dietary needs and preferences of children. You will be responsible for menu planning, ensuring all meals meet healthy guidelines, allergen aware and maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment.

In addition, we are looking for someone who values teamwork and is eager to collaborate with our dedicated staff to create a nurturing atmosphere. Experience in a similar role is preferred, and a culinary qualification is highly desirable.

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on children's lives through your culinary skills, we would love to hear from you.

The position is Monday through to Friday (no weekends)

Our Commitment to you

At Peak Childcare and Kindergarten, we prioritise the well-being of our Educators and have introduced an initiative to support them. Here are the offerings available through our Wellbeing Program:

We’re excited to announce that our company is participating in the Worker Retention Payment Grant!As part of this initiative, eligible employees will receive additional payments as a thank-you for their hard work and commitment. This is just one of the many ways we show appreciation to our team.

• Competitive wages
• All uniforms covered, including a NAIDOC shirt
• Coverage for Child Protection, First Aid, and CPR
• Staff wellness incentives
• 75% off your weekly childcare fee's
• Staff birthday and anniversary gifts

Required Qualifications & Desired Skills:

• A Growth Mindset
• Passion for continuous learning
• Proficiency in fostering positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• A minimum of Diploma or Certificate 3 (or working towards)
• Full First Aid and CPR
• Familiarity with the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards, and QKLG
• Current Working With Children's Check - Blue Card
• Understanding of relevant legislative policies, standards, and requirements

Our Philosophy and Values

At Peak Childcare and Kindergarten, we value the uniqueness of every individual and believe that each child should receive individualised attention, support, and guidance tailored to their own pace of learning. Our early learning Centre is a secure foundation where every child is acknowledged, assisted, and nurtured with utmost care and respect. We recognise that the initial educational experiences of children can significantly influence their future learning and lives. This places a significant responsibility on our educators, and we strive to attract teachers who understand and embrace this responsibility and Philosophy. By creating environments that encourage listening attentively and responding genuinely to each child, we aim to provide a nurturing and enriching learning environment.

We firmly stand by the belief that every child should have a dedicated "advocate" - someone who wholeheartedly supports, celebrates, listens to, and believes in their abilities, recognising their true potential. We acknowledge and honour the profound love and care that each family provides for their child. We value the commitment of families as their child's first educators and understand the importance of establishing connections to ensure children and families feel supported and valued.

Our goal is to encourage children to embrace and demonstrate gratitude regularly, focusing not only on the positive experiences they encounter but also on the self-fulfillment derived from helping others. By instilling a culture of generosity, we aim to cultivate a deeper sense of gratitude that leads to self-fulfillment, nurturing a strong, positive self-image in each child and supporting their journey into adulthood.

Persistence: Our goal is to persevere and never give up. We strive to "Reach New Heights."

Equality: Everyone is valued equally and will be respected as unique individuals.

Attentiveness: We focus on listening attentively and observing our surroundings and the people around us.

Kindness: Compassion is crucial. Each one of us deserves kindness and a sense of compassion for our needs

Join us at Peak Childcare and be part of an inspiring community dedicated to growth and excellence.