Centre Chef (Childcare Cook) - Broadway

MindChamps; Broadway; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% discount on childcare gap fees

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

MindChamps Broadway is seeking a Centre Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and prepare fresh, nutritious meals for children aged 0–6. You will work closely with the Centre Director and Educators to support healthy eating habits and positive mealtime experiences.

In this role you will manage stock, ensure food safety and allergen handling, and deliver meals in line with the ChampionGold nutrition programme. A supportive team and opportunities for growth await.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or higher in Commercial Cookery or related field.
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check.
• Experience cooking for children in childcare or school settings is advantageous.
• Knowledge of nutrition and allergy management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious, and balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0–6 years.
• Cater for allergies, intolerances, and special dietary requirements.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Manage kitchen stock levels, ordering, storage and inventory control.
• Ensure meals are prepared and delivered according to the centre's daily schedule.
• Follow MindChamps ChampionGold nutrition programme and policies.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Food safety

Stock management

Teamwork

Meal planning

Organization

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Nourishing Children Today. Inspiring Champions for Life.

At MindChamps Early Learning & Preschool, we believe every child has the potential to become a champion in life. Our role is to nurture confident, curious, and capable children by providing exceptional learning experiences, genuine care, and a strong foundation for lifelong wellbeing.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Centre Chef (Childcare Cook) to join our team at our beautiful 53-place boutique centre in Broadway, NSW.

This is an exciting opportunity for a caring and experienced Chef who understands that food is more than nutrition- it is an important part of children's growth, development, learning, and daily experiences.

As our Centre Chef, you will play a meaningful role in supporting children's wellbeing by preparing fresh, nutritious meals that fuel their bodies, encourage healthy eating habits, and contribute to their journey of becoming confident lifelong learners.

About MindChamps

Found in 1998 in the heart of Sydney, Australia, MindChamps International Preschool & Early Learning (“MindChamps”) is a pathbreaking Preschool and early childhood education with 86 centres operating globally in Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia and Myanmar.

Developing positive eating habits in the early years is a responsibility we take very seriously at MindChamps. This is why we have invested heavily in creating the MindChamps ChampionGold™ Standard Nutrition Programme which has been developed by the MindChamps Nutrition team led by our Chief Nutrition Officer, Australia’s leading paediatric Nutritionist and bestselling author.

At MindChamps, every member of our team contributes to creating exceptional experiences for children. Whether in the classroom, centre operations, or the kitchen, we believe every role has an important impact on children's development.

Our commitment to children's wellbeing extends beyond education through our ChampionGold™ Standard Nutrition Programme, developed by the MindChamps Nutrition Team with leading nutrition expertise. The programme supports children's physical growth, healthy eating habits, and overall development during their most important early years.

About the Role

As our Centre Chef, you will take ownership of the daily kitchen operations and create nutritious, fresh, and enjoyable meals for the children at our Broadway centre.

Working closely with the Centre Director and Educators, you will become an important part of our centre community, building positive relationships with children, families, and your colleagues.

This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their cooking, values quality and consistency, and wants to make a positive difference in children's lives every day.

Your Responsibilities

As our Centre Chef, you will:

• Prepare fresh, nutritious, and balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0–6 years.
• Create meals that support children's health, wellbeing, cultural backgrounds, and dietary needs.
• Follow the MindChamps ChampionGold™ Nutrition Programme and maintain high standards of meal preparation.
• Cater for children with allergies, intolerances, and special dietary requirements.
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards within the kitchen.
• Manage kitchen stock levels, ordering, food storage, and inventory control.
• Ensure meals are prepared and delivered according to the centre's daily schedule.
• Maintain compliance with Food Safety Standards, Early Childhood Regulations, and MindChamps policies.
• Work collaboratively with educators to encourage positive mealtime experiences for children.

About You

You are someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for preparing nutritious meals for children.
• Understands the important role food plays in children's growth and development.
• Takes pride in delivering quality meals with care and attention.
• Is organised, reliable, and able to independently manage kitchen responsibilities.
• Enjoys being part of a supportive, close-knit team environment.
• Shares our commitment to excellence and making a positive impact every day.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Certificate III or higher qualification in Commercial Cookery, Hospitality, or a related field.
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check.
• Previous experience working as a Chef or Cook.
• Experience preparing nutritious meals for children, childcare, schools, aged care, or community settings is highly regarded.
• Knowledge of food safety, nutrition, and allergy management.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.

Why Join MindChamps?

At MindChamps, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. When you join our team, you become part of a global organisation committed to redefining early childhood education.

You will enjoy:

• A rewarding role where your work directly contributes to children's health and development.
• Competitive salary package.
• 75% discount on childcare gap fees (conditions apply).
• A supportive leadership team and collaborative workplace culture.

• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Company-funded training and development programs.
• Opportunities to grow within a global early childhood education organisation.
• Internal career pathways across centres and departments.
• Quarterly recognition and rewards programs.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Join Our MindChamps Family

At MindChamps Broadway, you will be part of a warm and welcoming boutique centre where every child, family, and team member is valued.

If you are passionate about creating nutritious meals, inspiring healthy habits, and making a meaningful contribution to children's lives, we would love to welcome you to our team.

For more information about MindChamps, please visit www.mindchamps.org.

At MindChamps Australia, the safety, wellbeing and dignity of children and young people is our highest priority. We are committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe environment in accordance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and relevant legislation.

We require all employees, contractors and volunteers to share this commitment, prioritise children's safety and wellbeing, and participate in child protection training.

As part of our recruitment process, we conduct robust screening, including verification of identity, work rights, qualifications, reference checks, Police Checks and Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance. We embed child-safe values and expectations throughout our culture, policies and practices.

Successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate behaviours that uphold our child-safe values and contribute positively to keeping all children and young people safe from harm.

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