Centre Kitchen Assistant & Cook - Nutritious Child Meals

Educore Pty Ltd; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Early Learning Centres is seeking a Centre Kitchen Hand to support the centre cook, plan and prepare nutritious meals for children aged 0 to 6. You will develop balanced menus, cater to allergies, and ensure food safety across the kitchen while engaging with families and staff.

The role involves maintaining records, coordinating orders, and contributing to the educational program through healthy eating discussions with children. This is a 6-month role with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Must hold Food Safety Supervisor Certificate or equivalent.
• Must hold Safe Food Handling certification.
• Current Working with Children Check for the state.
• Experience preparing meals in commercial kitchen, childcare, healthcare or hospitality.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Understanding of allergies and dietary restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver balanced menus for 0–6 year olds.
• Cater for allergies and dietary needs.
• Review menus with families and staff.
• Prepare meals and snacks safely, minimise waste.
• Maintain food safety records and compliance.
• Monitor storage and cleanliness.
• Manage food ordering within budget.
• Contribute to educational activities on healthy eating.

Skills

Food safety

Allergies handling

Kitchen organisation

Budget food orders

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Safe Food Handling certification

Working with Children Check

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or Hospitality

First Aid certificate

Job description

Thrive Early Learning Centres is seeking a Centre Kitchen Hand to support the centre cook, plan and prepare nutritious meals for children aged 0 to 6. You will develop balanced menus, cater to allergies, and ensure food safety across the kitchen while engaging with families and staff.

The role involves maintaining records, coordinating orders, and contributing to the educational program through healthy eating discussions with children. This is a 6-month role with potential extension.