Emerging Early Childhood Educator — Certificate Iii

360 Early Education; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Negotiable hourly rate or salary

Being part of a new founding team

Monday to Friday with early starts 7:—

Supportive leadership team and culture

Lead a diverse, Munch & Move–approved

Long-term career opportunity

Flexible part-time arrangement (5–6 h/

Job summary

360 Early Education in Caringbah, Sydney, seeks a qualified Chef to design and implement a Munch & Move–approved menu for children aged 0–6 years. The role offers a negotiable hourly rate or salary package and a long-term career path within a growing service.

The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, 8am–2:30pm, in a brand-new kitchen and join a supportive leadership team focused on healthy, diverse meals and strong nutrition practices.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is required.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate is required.
• NSW Working with Children Check is required.
• Willing to obtain checks before commencing.

Responsibilities

• Managing the kitchen on a day-to-day basis.
• Planning and preparing nutritious menus from scratch.
• Ordering of stock from preferred suppliers.
• Assisting educators in small group experiences with the children.

Skills

Menu design

Nutrition planning

Food safety awareness

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

We are seeking a qualified Chef to join our 38-place boutique early childhood centre located in Caringbah, in the Sutherland Shire.

Our service operates Monday to Friday between 7:00am and 6:00pm and is closed on all NSW public holidays, as well as during our Christmas shutdown period.

This opportunity is ideal for a chef seeking a balanced lifestyle, a positive workplace culture, and a genuinely supportive team environment. Our centre features a brand-new, fully equipped commercial kitchen designed with a modern, natural aesthetic, making it an enjoyable and inspiring space to work.

We are looking for someone interested in a long-term role who can work collaboratively with our team to design and implement a Munch & Move-approved menu for children aged 0–6 years. We value an interactive chef who is passionate about introducing children to a variety of nutritious and culturally diverse foods and experiences.

What’s on Offer:

• Negotiable hourly rate or salary package
• Being part of a new founding team
• Monday to Friday position with early starts from 7:00am
• Supportive leadership team and positive workplace culture
• Opportunity to create and lead a diverse, Munch & Move-approved menu
• Long-term career opportunity within a growing service
• Flexible part-time arrangement available for the right candidate (approximately 5–6 hours per day)
• Relevant qualifications and experience as a chef
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• WWCC + Relevant National Police check ( Must be within 6 months)
• GECCKO + Child Protection Training Certificate
• Understanding of children’s nutritional requirements
• Passion for preparing fresh, nutritious meals for young children
• Strong organisational and time management skills

If you are passionate about creating healthy, engaging meals for children and would like to be part of a centre where your contribution is genuinely valued, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to say that 95% of KU employees agree that we live our values!

Along with coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues and a well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplace, KU offers more benefits than any other employer in the sector, including:

• Generous annual pay increases
• 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff (pro rata)
• 20% employee discount of CCS Gap Fee within a KU Service
• Up to 15 weeks of KU paid parental leave
• Access to variety of salary packaging options
• Access to KU Plus - an extensive Employee Benefits Program with access to discounts & cashback from over 400 retailers
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing portal - KU endorses a focus on holistic staff wellness
• Access to FREE professional learning - check out our learning hub
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision

KU Union is located on the edge of Sydney University and within walking distance from Redfern Station.

Theserviceoffers a welcoming and nurturing space where each child is immersed in a rich tapestry of educationally interactive experiences – including art, craft, literacy, numeracy, music, dance, song, games, stories & cooking.

The team are proud to have a special interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture which is incorporated into their program.

On offer is a role that will see you working 8am - 2:30pm (including an unpaid meal break), Monday to Friday on a permanent part-time basis.

We are looking for someone who is excited to share their skills and knowledge of food and nutrition with children between 6 weeks and 5 years old. This would suit someone who is confident in preparing meals from scratch, keeping in mind all dietary requirement and is looking to become a key part of our team.

Duties include:

• Managing the kitchen on a day-to-day basis
• Ensuring health and safety are always maintained at a very high standard
• Planning and preparing nutritious menus from scratch
• Ordering of stock (from preferred suppliers of fruit, vegetables, and groceries)
• Assisting educators in small group experiences with the children and introducing the wonderful world of cooking

Along with a commitment to cooking healthy and nutritious meals, it is essential you:

• Are available to work Monday to Friday, 8am – 2:30pm
• Hold or be willing to obtain a valid NSW Employee Working with Children Check
• Hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Have work rights that enable you to work in Australia
• Can provide two professional references from supervisors
• Are willing to complete a fitness for duties medical assessment

Kitchen responsibilities in the 360 Early Education role include:  designing and preparing menus, managing nutrition compliance, supervising staff, ensuring food safety, planning budgets, ordering stock, maintaining equipment, and providing support to educators and families.

2‑day menu design and cooking cycles; budgets; food safety compliance; nutritional guidelines; staff training; child‑safe practices; and the integration of colleague, family, and student needs.

Qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or recognised trade chef qualification), Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain before commencing), Working knowledge of childhood nutrition guidelines, Demonstrated experience managing allergens and special dietary requirements, Current, or willing to obtain, First Aid and Child Protection training, Friendly warm disposition, willingness to learn and feed children.”

Job details: Full-time (or Permanent Part Time), hourly rate or salary package, plus benefits including paid parental leave, childcare subsidies, health & wellbeing, professional development, and more.

Ethical statements: We are a Child Safe Organisation, and we put children safety and well-being at the centre of our practice. We believe in equality, diversity and inclusion, welcome applications from all backgrounds, and are committed to human rights, inclusion and diversity, and anti‑discrimination principles.

Application process: Submit your application today via the teams employment portal or company website. Please contact the hiring manager for more information.

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