Childcare Kitchen Chef - Healthy Meals for Little Learners

Joy Early Learning; Yandina; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Paid overtime or TIL

CPR & First Aid training + uniforms

Loyalty bonuses

Job summary

Joy Early Learning is seeking a dedicated childcare cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children, support wellbeing with educators and families, and maintain a clean, compliant kitchen. Candidates should have Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, and a current Blue Card, plus a team-first mindset and experience in childcare meal prep.

This role offers above-award pay and growth opportunities within a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Experienced cook/chef (childcare preferred) with strong food safety knowledge and the ability to cater for allergies and dietary needs.
• Organised, detail-focused, and collaborative with great communication
• Relevant food handling and safety certifications required

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children, including special dietary needs and cultural preferences.
• Work with educators and families to support wellbeing, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, manage stock and minimise waste, and help teach children about healthy eating.

Skills

Organised

Detail-oriented

Collaborative

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or equivalent)

Blue Card (Current)

Job description

Joy Early Learning is seeking a dedicated childcare cook to prepare healthy meals and snacks for children, support wellbeing with educators and families, and maintain a clean, compliant kitchen. Candidates should have Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, and a current Blue Card, plus a team-first mindset and experience in childcare meal prep.

This role offers above-award pay and growth opportunities within a supportive community.