Centre Chef: Nourishing Kids’ Mealtimes & Joy

Guardian Childcare & Education; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-resourced kitchen

Generous childcare discounts

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Guardian Childcare & Education – Wynnum West QLD is seeking a Centre Chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks, catering for dietary, allergy, medical and cultural needs, while managing ordering, stock and budgets. You will contribute to a welcoming centre environment and support children’s health and wellbeing through delicious, balanced food experiences.

You’ll work with a supportive team, uphold high safety and hygiene standards, and participate in ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Experience preparing meals in a commercial kitchen or childcare setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and allergy management.
• Current Food Handling Certificate preferred (Food Safety Supervisor considered).
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• Collaborative and caring approach to support children’s health.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious, balanced meals and snacks.
• Create positive food experiences that support children’s health and wellbeing.
• Cater for dietary, allergy, medical and cultural requirements.
• Manage ordering, stock control and kitchen budgets.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and compliance.
• Build trusted relationships with children, families and centre team.

Skills

Food safety

Allergy management

Time management

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Guardian Childcare & Education – Wynnum West QLD is seeking a Centre Chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks, catering for dietary, allergy, medical and cultural needs, while managing ordering, stock and budgets. You will contribute to a welcoming centre environment and support children’s health and wellbeing through delicious, balanced food experiences.

You’ll work with a supportive team, uphold high safety and hygiene standards, and participate in ongoing professional development