Centre cook/ chef

Little Bees Childcare Rosebery; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Above Award wages

Dedicated and supportive management

Contributing to children’s health and/

Résumé du poste

Little Bees Childcare Rosebery is seeking a dedicated Cook/Chef to prepare nutritious meals for young children in a caring environment. You will manage a 4-week rotating menu, cater to dietary needs, and ensure high standards of hygiene and food safety.

You will work closely with the Centre Manager to maintain a balanced menu and foster a warm, welcoming mealtime for children and families. A relevant culinary qualification and checks are required.

Qualifications

• Holds a relevant qualification in Hospitality, Commercial Cookery, Nutrition or Early Childhood Education.
• Previous experience in a similar cooking role, preferably within an early childhood setting.
• Experience with menu planning and managing dietary requirements and allergies.
• Holds a current Working with Children Check, a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, and a First Aid Certificate.

Responsabilités

• Prepare nutritious morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for children using a 4-week rotating menu.
• Cater for children with allergies, special dietary requirements and cultural preferences.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, storage and preparation.
• Order and manage food supplies and coordinate food deliveries.
• Collaborate with Centre Manager to develop and maintain a healthy, balanced menu.
• Maintain accurate records relating to food preparation, temperatures and dietary requirements.
• Create a positive and enjoyable mealtime experience for children.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and educators.

Connaissances

Menu planning

Dietary management

Food safety

First aid

Formation

Hospitality / Commercial Cookery / Nutrition / Early Childhood Education

Description du poste

Little Bees Childcare is seeking a dedicated and passionate Cook/Chef to join our team.

We are looking for someone who enjoys creating fresh, nutritious and delicious meals for young children and understands the important role healthy food plays in supporting children’s growth, health, wellbeing and development.

About the Role

As our Centre Cook/Chef, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing nutritious morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for children using a 4-week rotating menu.
• Catering for children with allergies, special dietary requirements and cultural preferences.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, food storage and preparation.
• Ordering and managing food supplies and coordinating food deliveries.
• Working collaboratively with the Centre Manager to develop and maintain a healthy, balanced and nutritious menu.
• Maintaining accurate records relating to food preparation, temperatures and dietary requirements.
• Creating a positive and enjoyable mealtime experience for children.
• Building positive relationships with children, families and educators.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a relevant qualification in Hospitality, Commercial Cookery, Nutrition or Early Childhood Education.
• Has previous experience in a similar cooking role, preferably within an early childhood setting.
• Has experience with menu planning and managing dietary requirements and allergies.
• Holds a current Working with Children Check.
• Holds a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Holds a current First Aid Certificate.
• Is passionate about preparing healthy and nutritious meals for children.
• Is organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Has a positive attitude and enjoys being part of a supportive team.
• Is committed to creating a warm, welcoming and nurturing environment for children.

What We Offer

• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Above Award wages
• Dedicated and supportive management
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to children’s health, wellbeing and development