Kitchen Hand - PT

RGIT Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pay rates that exceedindustry

Birthday week paid day off

Discount on childcare rates

Career growth and stability

Supportive leadership

Employee assistance program

Refer a friend bonuses

Uniforms provided

Surprises and celebrations

Access to ORBIT STEM Learning Hub

Job summary

Rise & Shine Kindergarten in Marrickville, NSW, invites a part-time Kitchen Hand to support daily kitchen operations and meal preparation for our early childhood centre. You’ll help ensure meals meet dietary needs and follow food safety practices.

The role runs 10:00am–4:00pm, Monday to Friday, with a focus on reliability, organisation and teamwork within a warm, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Kitchen Hand role with part-time hours (Mon–Fri, 10:00–16:00).
• Follow food safety, hygiene and allergy requirements.
• Prior kitchen or childcare experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation, cooking and plating.
• Keep kitchen and prep areas clean and organised.
• Follow menus and dietary requirements, ensure safe storage and handling.
• Support stock rotation and general kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with educators to meet children’s dietary needs.

Skills

Team player

Organised

Reliable

Care & warmth

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Tools

WWCC (Working With Children Check)

Geccko training

Job description

Part-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 23 Sep 2026

Description

We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Hand to join our Rise & Shine Kindergarten team in Marrickville. This part-time position plays a vital role in supporting our Centres kitchen operations!

About Us:

For over 11 years, Rise & Shine Kindergarten has been a trusted name in early childhood education. We're proudly family-owned and operated, and we know that the magic of early learning starts with the people who deliver it. Our educators aren't just employees — they're the heart of everything we do.

We're growing across 15 centres in NSW and QLD, and we're looking for passionate educators to grow with us. At Rise & Shine, you'll feel supported, valued, and inspired every day — because when our educators thrive, so do the children and families we serve.

About the Role:

• Part-time position with set hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00am–4:00pm
• Assist with basic food preparation, cooking and plating.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and allergy requirements at all times.
• Keep the kitchen, equipment and food preparation areas clean and organised.
• Ensure meals are prepared in line with the centre’s menu and dietary requirements.
• Maintain safe food storage and handling practices.
• Assist with stock rotation and monitoring kitchen supplies.
• Work closely with educators to ensure children’s individual dietary needs are met.
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Previous kitchen or childcare experience is preferred but not essential.
• Must be reliable, organised and able to work well as part of a team.

About You:

• Bring genuine care, positivity and warmth to work every day
• Have a real love for working with children and supporting their growth
• Are confident, respectful and thrive in a team environment
• Are organised, reliable and passionate about early learning

What You'll Need:

• Previous kitchen or food preparation experience preferred, but not essential
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Child Safety Training (Geccko)
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safe food handlingAbility to follow recipes, menus and dietary requirements
• Awareness of children’s allergies and food safety
• Reliable, punctual and well organised
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good cleaning and hygiene standards
• Ability to workMonday to Friday, 10:00am–4:00pmconsistently

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Generous pay rates that exceed industry standards
• A paid day off during your birthday week
• Up to 75% discount on our premium childcare rates
• Opportunities for career growth and long term stability
• Supportive leadership and a genuinely great team culture
• Employee assistance program
• Refer a friend bonuses
• Uniforms provided
• Surprises, gifts and celebrations throughout the year
• Exclusive access to ORBIT - our futuristic STEM Learning Hub

All candidates will be required to complete a Prohibition Declaration as part of our recruitment process. Rise & Shine is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all children and young people, and we uphold our responsibilities under the Child Safe Standards.