Mon-Fri Early Childhood Chef – Menu Lead

Only About Children Springboard; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Negotiable pay

New founding team

Early start 7am

Flexible part-time

Munch & Move menu lead

Job summary

Only About Children Springboard in Caringbah requires a qualified chef to design and implement a Munch & Move–approved menu for children aged 0–6. You will work with a collaborative team to create nutritious, culturally diverse meals in a brand-new kitchen.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with early starts from 7:00am, a supportive leadership team, and a long-term career opportunity within a growing service. A flexible part-time arrangement is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Qualified chef with relevant qualifications and experience.
• Must have Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• WWCC and National Police check within 6 months.
• GECCKO/Child Protection Training Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a Munch & Move–approved menu for children aged 0–6.

Skills

Culinary skills

Menu design

Child nutrition knowledge

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

WWCC (Working with Children Check)

National Police check

GECCKO/Child Protection Training

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.