Kids' Kitchen Assistant — Safe, Fresh Meals & Teamwork

Randstad NV; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a collaborative Early Childhood Kitchen Assistant to join our team in Bundoora. You will work closely with the Head Chef to prepare nutritious meals for children, adhere to food safety standards, and support on-the-job training.

The role requires communication, teamwork and a passion for safe, quality meals in a childcare setting. Training and policy adherence are emphasised to maintain a safe environment for children and staff.

Qualifications

• Education: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience (desirable, not essential)
• Food Safety: DoFoodSafely certification.
• First Aid: Valid First Aid Certification (HLTAID011 or HLTAID012).
• Child Protection: Mandatory Reporting Training (free online); Foundations & Advanced Child Safety Training (free online via GECKO); Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with the Food Act 1984 by executing daily food safety, storage, preparation, and documentation procedures.
• Follow dietary requirements and allergy plans to safely prepare, label, and serve modified meals for children.
• Set up and deliver meal trolleys to each room according to the daily schedule.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene by cleaning and sanitising prep areas.
• Assist with food preparation including cutting vegetables, sandwiches, and snacks.
• Operate and maintain dishwashing and store clean crockery, cutlery, and utensils.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Early Childhood Kitchen Assistant | Bundoora

We are seeking a collaborative Kitchen Assistant to join a growing early childhood service! Working closely alongside our Head Chef / Food Safety Supervisor, you will play a vital role in preparing nutritious meals for the children while contributing fresh ideas to the kitchen team. This hands-on role suits an individual who has strong communication, genuine teamwork, and a shared passion for food safety and quality in line with the Food Act 1984.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with the Food Act 1984 by executing daily food safety, storage, preparation, and documentation procedures, under the guidance of the Head Chef/ Food Safety Supervisor.
• Follow dietary requirements and allergy plans to safely prepare, label, and serve modified meals and snacks for children with food allergies or intolerances.
• Set up and deliver meal trolleys to each room according to the daily schedule.
• Maintain high kitchen hygiene standards by cleaning and sanitising prep areas before and after use.
• Assist the Head Chef with food preparation,which should include cutting vegetables, making sandwiches, and assembling snacks.
• Operate, clean, and maintain dishwashing through the day and properly store all clean crockery, cutlery, and utensils.
• Actively engage in on-the-job training to master meal preparation and food ordering procedures.
• Open flexibility to cover and prepare children's meals when the Head Chef is absent (once fully trained).
• Carry out reasonable ad-hoc tasks as directed by the Management team, Food Safety Supervisor and Randstad (if applicable).
• Adhere to Centre policies and procedures to ensure a safe, compliant environment for children and staff.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience (desirable, not essential)
• Food Safety: DoFoodSafely certification.
• First Aid: Valid First Aid Certification (HLTAID011 or HLTAID012).
• Child Protection:
• Mandatory Reporting Training (free online).
• Foundations & Advanced Child Safety Training (free online via GECKO).
• Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) or willingness to obtain.

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