Childcare Chef

Journey Early Learning; Winchelsea; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Journey Early Learning Winchelsea is seeking a passionate childcare chef to plan and prepare nutritious meals for our 74-place centre. You’ll bring healthy habits to life through our Future Foodies program, catering for allergies and dietary needs while maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards.

Join Bec, our Centre Manager, and a warm team that values connection with children, families, and the local community.

Qualifications

• Food safety and hygiene practices for childcare settings.
• Plan and prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks.
• Cater for allergies and specialised dietary needs.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks.
• Cater for allergies and specialised dietary needs.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance.
• Manage food ordering within budget.
• Build positive relationships with children, educators, and families.

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Commercial Cookery qualifications

National Child Safety Training

Job description

About the Role

Are you a passionate Chef who loves creating healthy, delicious meals for children?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Childcare Chef to join our Winchelsea team on a permanent part-time basis. In this role, you’ll do more than just cook, you’ll help shape children’s relationship with food. Through our Future Foodies program, you’ll inspire healthy habits, introduce new flavours, and create positive mealtime experiences that support children’s growth and wellbeing.

This role is Permanent Part Time, Monday to Friday, 7.30-3.30 or 8-4 | 37.5 hours per week.

About You

You’re creative, organised, and confident in the kitchen, with a genuine passion for nutrition and early learning. You enjoy being part of a centre community and engaging with children about food and healthy choices.

Key skills and requirements

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Commercial Cookery qualifications (preferred)
• Experience preparing nutritious meals for children
• Strong understanding of allergies and dietary requirements
• Current Asthma, Anaphylaxis & First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
• Must have completed National Child Safety Training
• Plan and prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks
• Bring our Future Foodies program to life, encouraging healthy eating habits
• Cater for allergies and specialised dietary needs
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance
• Manage food ordering within budget
• Build positive relationships with children, educators, and families

About the Centre

Join a centre where community and connection come first.

At Journey Early Learning Winchelsea, you’ll join a warm, homely 74-place centre with strong connections to local children, families, schools, and the wider community.

Led by Bec, our experienced Centre Manager with 19 years in early childhood, the team is passionate about creating meaningful, play-based learning experiences where educators can share ideas, build relationships, and grow together.

With the train station, primary school, local shops and playground all within walking distance, educators have plenty of opportunities to connect children with their community through walks and excursions.

If you’re looking for a supportive team where relationships truly matter, we’d love to welcome you to Winchelsea.

Why You’ll Love Journey

• Educator Worker Retention Payments (EWRP)
• Paid birthday leave & anniversary recognition
• Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program
• Access to retail and lifestyle discounts
• Opportunities to connect with the community

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our top priority. We follow our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and the See, Act, Tell framework to ensure every child is safe, secure, and protected every day.