Chef

Edge Early Learning; Port Pirie Regional Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Gap fee discounts

Referral bonuses

Professional development

Wellbeing support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Edge Early Learning in Port Pirie is seeking a Chef to create nutritious, seasonal meals for children from 6 weeks to school age. You'll work with educators to integrate food and learning and manage the kitchen in a supportive centre environment.

The role emphasizes allergy-aware menus, Australian dietary guidelines, and maintaining high hygiene standards. Monday to Friday daytime hours with opportunities for professional development and career growth within the Edge network.

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or ACECQA-approved Early Childhood qualification.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Knowledge of Australian dietary guidelines.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday during centre operating hours.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious meals for children aged 6 weeks to school age.
• Develop menus using Feed Australia guidelines while accommodating allergies and dietary requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean and compliant kitchen environment.
• Manage ordering, stock control and minimise food waste.
• Partner with educators to make food and nutrition part of learning experiences.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Nutrition knowledge

Allergy management

Kitchen hygiene

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

ACECQA-approved Early Childhood qualification

Job description

• Location 29 Kingston Road,Port Pirie, SA, 5540,Australia
• Employee Type Full Time 38 LL

Contact information

• Contact Phone [phone]

Description

At Edge Early Learning, we believe every meal is an opportunity to support children's growth, wellbeing and lifelong relationship with food. Our chefs are valued members of the centre leadership team, creating nutritious seasonal menus while inspiring healthy eating habits and positive mealtime experiences.
As our Chef, you'll do much more than prepare meals. You'll introduce children to new flavours, celebrate cultural diversity through food, work closely with educators, and help create meaningful learning experiences every day.

Why Chefs choose Edge:

• Monday to Friday with daytime hours – no evenings or split shifts.
• Purpose-built kitchens within beautiful early learning centres.
• Supportive Centre Directors and collaborative teams.
• Birthday Leave, Childcare Gap Fee Discounts and Referral Bonuses.
• Professional development, wellbeing support and recognition programs.
• Opportunities to grow your career across the Edge network.

About the Role:

• Plan and prepare nutritious, seasonal meals and snacks for children aged 6 weeks to school age.
• Develop menus using Feed Australia while accommodating allergies, cultural and dietary requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean and compliant kitchen environment.
• Manage ordering, stock control and minimise food waste.
• Partner with educators to make food and nutrition part of children's learning experiences.

Please read before applying

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
• Minimum Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an ACECQA-approved Early Childhood qualification is required.
• Current Working with Children Check and Food Safety Supervisor Certificate are required.
• Knowledge of early childhood nutrition, food safety and allergy management is essential.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday during centre operating hours is required.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or ACECQA-approved qualification.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Understanding of early childhood nutrition and Australian dietary guidelines.
• Knowledge of kitchen hygiene, WHS and food safety standards.

Ready to make a difference?

If you're passionate about creating healthy meals, supporting children's wellbeing and joining a team that values your contribution, we'd love to hear from you.

Edge Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer that understands the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for our educators and families. We encourage applications from people from all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures - including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders people. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process.