Childcare Kitchen Hand & Commis Chef (Part-Time)

Active Kids Early Learning Centre; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pays

Childcare discount 75% off gap fee

Breakfast and Barista-made coffee

Access to Green Leaves library

Annual Wellness Week

Supplier discount program

Guidance from Educational Leader

Job summary

Green Leaves Early Learning is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Hand to support our Centre Chef in preparing nutritious meals and purees for babies and children, while maintaining high food safety standards.

You will assist with food prep, tidy kitchen, handle deliveries, and follow dietary requirements; the role offers a supportive culture, weekly pay, and opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen is preferred but not required.
• Food handling certificate is desirable.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation tasks, such as chopping vegetables and preparing ingredients.
• Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
• Washing dishes, pots, pans, and other cooking tools.
• Organizing food storage areas and keeping them clean and tidy.
• Assisting with inventory management by monitoring stock levels.

Skills

Basic prep

Food handling

Fast-paced

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Food Safety Certificate

Working with Children Check

Child Protection Certificates

First Aid & CPR HLTAID012

National Police Clearance

Job description

Job Description

Industry: Hospitality & Tourism

Country: Australia

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Kitchen Hand to join our team in the hospitality industry. The ideal candidate will assist in the preparation and serving of food, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen, and supporting other kitchen staff as needed.

Skills:

• – Basic food preparation skills
• – Knowledge of proper food handling procedures
• – Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• – Strong attention to detail
• – Ability to work well as part of a team

Responsibilities:

• – Assist with food preparation, including chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, and assembling dishes
• – Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen area
• – Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils as needed
• – Assist with receiving deliveries and storing food items properly
• – Support other kitchen staff members as needed

Qualifications:

• – Previous experience working in a kitchen environment is preferred but not required
• – Food handling certificate is desirable
• – Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• – Physical stamina to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objects if necessary
• – A positive attitude towards teamwork and willingness to learn new skills.

Excite the children with your food wizardry – inspiring them to be curious and intrigued by all types of fruits and vegetables!

At Green Leaves Early Learning, we take pride in creating a learning environment that inspires children to explore taste and flavour. Working closely with the Centre Chef, each day you can:

• Use your extraordinary culinary skills to support the Centre Chef in preparing a wide variety of nutritious meals and purees, as well as working to dietary requirements for babies and children
• Provide thoughtful culinary classes alongside our Centre Chef and Educators
• Ensure the highest level of food safety by maintaining a clean and safe kitchen in accordance with the Food and Council Authority requirements and Green Leaves Early Learning Standards
• Combine your amazing time management and communication skills to support the kitchen in running each day smoothly.

In return, we offer a culture that recognises and rewards your contribution through our Green Leaves Work Perks:

• A supportive and progressive culture that appreciates doing things a little bit differently
• Childcare Discount- 75% off the gap fee
• Weekly pays
• A strong support network, including daily guidance from the Centre’s Educational Leader
• The opportunity to grow your career with ongoing development and support from a range of internal programs
• Exclusive access to our supplier discount program
• From our Annual Wellness Week to complimentary flu shots, we support your wellbeing year-round
• Start your day right with Breakfast and Barista‑made coffee on us!
• Access to our online Green Leaves library
• Our Acknowledge platform, celebrating team achievements through shared eCards of support

About You:

• Current Food Safety Certificate
• Current and State‑relevant Working with Children's Check
• Current Child Protection and National Child Safety Training Certificates
• Current First Aid and CPR (HLTAID012)
• National Police Clearance obtained in the last 6 months
• Availability to work 20-25 hours per week
• The willingness to step up into the Chef’s role when they are absent from the Centre from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Make Your Move!

At Green Leaves Early Learning, we prioritise the safety, well‑being, and inclusion of all children, including those with disabilities. We encourage applicants to share their experiences working with children with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to Reconciliation and fostering an environment where all First Nations Australians feel a strong sense of connection and belonging. We welcome your experiences with Aboriginal children and communities.

Green Leaves Early Learning is committed to all aspects of child safety; including child protection, mandatory reporting and adopting the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Hand to assist our kitchen staff in preparing and maintaining the cleanliness of our kitchen. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment.

Skills:

• – Ability to follow instructions
• – Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• – Ability to work well in a team
• – Physical stamina to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objects

Responsibilities:

• – Assisting with food preparation tasks, such as chopping vegetables and preparing ingredients
• – Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas
• – Washing dishes, pots, pans, and other cooking tools
• – Organizing food storage areas and keeping them clean and tidy
• – Assisting with inventory management by monitoring stock levels of ingredients

Qualifications:

• – Previous experience working in a kitchen or hospitality environment is preferred but not required
• – Food safety certification is a plus