Montessori Kitchen & Childcare Assistant

Montessori Academy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous childcare discounts

17.5% annual leave loading

On-site parking

Wellbeing programs (EAP)

Strong work‑life balance

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Montessori Academy is seeking a Kitchen Assistant/Cook to support our Montessori early childhood centres in Sydney. You will prepare healthy meals, uphold food safety, and assist with meal service for children across classrooms.

You must hold a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, a current Working with Children Check, and a positive team attitude. Roles operate during school hours with on-site parking and strong work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Valid Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Availability for shifts 8:30am–3:00pm, Mon–Fri.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Understanding of family communications and holistic child development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and snacks for children in care.
• Handle food safely for children with allergies.
• Plate meals and transport to classrooms.
• Kitchen cleaning, dishwashing and hygiene procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of office, staff rooms, and common areas.
• Assist with center marketing to families and community.

Skills

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Working with Children Check

First Aid Certificate

Teamwork

Communication skills

NQF knowledge

Montessori awareness

Job description

Montessori Academy is seeking a Kitchen Assistant/Cook to support our Montessori early childhood centres in Sydney. You will prepare healthy meals, uphold food safety, and assist with meal service for children across classrooms.

You must hold a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, a current Working with Children Check, and a positive team attitude. Roles operate during school hours with on-site parking and strong work‑life balance.