Cook/Chef for Early Childhood Education Centre

Work Initiatives; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Flexible working arrangements

Career development support

First Aid & CPR funded

EAP access

Job summary

Alma Kids Moorooka is seeking an experienced Cook/Chef to join our Early Childhood Education centre. This permanent part-time role involves preparing fresh meals and snacks for approximately 75 children daily, with shifts from 6:30am to 6:00pm, 5 days per week.

You will plan menus, order supplies and deliver engaging cooking experiences for kids. We value nutrition, safety and inclusivity, offering fully funded professional development, flexible arrangements, and staff discounts to support

Qualifications

• Must have Food Safety Supervisor & Food Handling Certificates.
• Cooking experience and relevant qualifications.
• Knowledge of Food Safety Standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea daily.
• Plan menus, order supplies and manage stock.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and allergies.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Allergies and dietary needs awareness

WWC check willingness

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Cook/Chef for Early Childhood Education Centre

Do you love creating healthy, delicious food for children? Alma Kids Moorooka is looking for a passionate and experienced Cook/Chef to join our warm, family-focused centre. This is a permanent part-time role, working 5 days per week, preparing fresh meals and snacks for approximately 75 children each day. You’ll play a vital role in supporting children’s health, wellbeing and early learning through nutritious food and fun cooking experiences.

About the Role

• Preparing morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea daily
• Menu planning, ordering and stock control
• Ensuring compliance with food safety standards
• Planning and delivering weekly cooking experiences with children
• Catering for allergy and dietary requirements

What We’re Looking For

You’ll bring:

• Food Safety Supervisor & Food Handling Certificates
• Cooking experience and relevant qualifications
• Knowledge of Food Safety Standards
• Understanding of allergies and dietary needs
• A current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• A positive, fun and passionate attitude toward working in ECEC
• Shifts between 6:30am – 6:00pm
• Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance

Our service supports the Statement of Shared Commitment

Every Interaction counts.

Every child in our service has the right to feel safe culturally, emotionally and physically.

We recognise the critical role of early childhood educators, including teachers, in creating inclusive, culturally safe and nurturing environments filled with positive interactions that support children’s social and emotional development, stimulate learning, and allow children a sense of belonging.

Please only apply if you share this commitment to ensure that every child attending our service feels safe, secure and self-confident.

What’s in It for You?

• Above-award rates for the right candidate
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing career support
• Fully funded professional development
• Up to 90% discount on childcare gap fees
• Fully funded First Aid & CPR
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)