Childcare Kitchenhand | Bankstown North

Montessori Academy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous childcare discounts

17.5% annual leave loading

On-site parking

Wellbeing programs (EAP)

Strong work‑life balance

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Montessori Academy is seeking a Kitchen Assistant/Cook to support our Montessori early childhood centres in Sydney. You will prepare healthy meals, uphold food safety, and assist with meal service for children across classrooms.

You must hold a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, a current Working with Children Check, and a positive team attitude. Roles operate during school hours with on-site parking and strong work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Valid Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Availability for shifts 8:30am–3:00pm, Mon–Fri.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Understanding of family communications and holistic child development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and snacks for children in care.
• Handle food safely for children with allergies.
• Plate meals and transport to classrooms.
• Kitchen cleaning, dishwashing and hygiene procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of office, staff rooms, and common areas.
• Assist with center marketing to families and community.

Skills

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Working with Children Check

First Aid Certificate

Teamwork

Communication skills

NQF knowledge

Montessori awareness

Job description

• Competitive salary packages | Annual leave loading | Childcare fee discounts
• Montessori training provided for Educators | Supportive and collaborative team
• Career progression opportunities for Educators

The Company

Established in 2000, Montessori Academy is Australia's leading and largest provider of Montessori early childhood education for children under the age of six. We are a child safe company with a vision to provide our students with an early learning experience that prepares them, not only for school, but for life.

With 70+ centres across Australia, Montessori Academy provides excellent career development options, fantastic training and development programs, and a real opportunity to learn and grow. For us, excellence in education is a journey, and we're with you every step of the way.

Responsibilities:

• Food preparation for morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and late afternoon snack
• Safe food handling for allergic/anaphylactic children
• Meal plating and service and taking to classrooms
• Kitchen cleaning and dishwashing
• Cleaning of office, staffroom, foyer and other areas if needed
• Cutting of varied meats
• Food safety and hygiene procedures
• Positively promote and market the centre to families and the community
• Be an advocate of the Montessori Method to parents and potential clients
• Respect and support colleagues by developing positive and ethical channels of communication that are based on principles of mutual respect, equity and fairness
• Attend meetings as requested
• Become familiar with Montessori Academy Policies and Procedures

Key Competencies:

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Current Working with Children Check
• First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain one
• Be available for shifts between 8:30am and 3:00pm Monday to Friday
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment
• Strong understanding of the importance of family communications
• Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standard
• Commitment to the holistic development of their class

Staff Benefits

• Generous staff discounts on childcare and large retailers
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• On-site parking
• Access to wellbeing programs (EAP)
• Strong focus on work-life-balance
• Great company culture that is fun, professional, and supportive of all team members