Kids Kitchen: Culinary Assistant & Barista

Green Leaves Early Learning; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Staff discounts

Career development support

Wellbeing programs

Barista-made coffee on site

Breakfast options

Access to Green Leaves library

Annual wellness week

Exclusive supplier discounts

Job summary

Green Leaves Early Learning is seeking a kitchen-focused team member to assist the Centre Chef in preparing nutritious meals and purees for babies and children, while upholding strict food-safety standards. You will welcome families with barista-made coffee and freshly baked treats, and contribute to culinary classes alongside Educators and the Centre Chef.

Strong time-management and communication skills are essential, and you may step into the Chef’s role when they are absent.

Qualifications

• Working with Children Check required or willing to obtain.
• SA Child Protection Training required or willing to obtain.
• HLTAID012 First Aid & CPR required or willing to obtain.
• National Child Safety Training required or willing to obtain.
• National Police Clearance obtained in the last 6 months or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals and purees in collaboration with the Centre Chef and cater to dietary needs for babies and children.
• Greet families with a warm smile and provide barista-made coffee and fresh treats to create a welcoming environment.
• Provide thoughtful culinary classes alongside Educators and Centre Chef.
• Maintain exemplary food safety and a clean, safe kitchen in line with regulatory standards.
• Support daily kitchen operations with strong time management and clear communication.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Barista coffee service

Education

Working with Children Check (SA)

SA Child Protection Training

HLTAID012 First Aid & CPR

National Child Safety Training

National Police Clearance (last 6 months)

Job description

Green Leaves Early Learning is seeking a kitchen-focused team member to assist the Centre Chef in preparing nutritious meals and purees for babies and children, while upholding strict food-safety standards. You will welcome families with barista-made coffee and freshly baked treats, and contribute to culinary classes alongside Educators and the Centre Chef.

Strong time-management and communication skills are essential, and you may step into the Chef’s role when they are absent.