Part-Time Chef for Kids’ Meals — Thu & Fri

Little Zaks; Sydney; On-site; AUD 3,444,000 - 4,408,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

15% award-rate top‑up

Staff childcare discount up to 50%

Wellbeing day

Health & wellness allowance

$1,000 referral bonus

Sonder EAP

Paid staff meetings & dinner

Structured onboarding & training

Mentoring & buddy system

Pay for progression study support

Promote-from-within culture

Job summary

Little Zak’s Academy West Hoxton is seeking a dedicated part‑time Cook to join our team on Thursdays and Fridays. You will prepare fresh meals for children based on a 4‑week rotating menu, ensuring all meals meet dietary and allergy requirements.

Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and contribute to menu planning in collaboration with the Centre Director. You will oversee food safety, stock management and cost control while communicating well with children and staff.

Qualifications

• Qualification in hospitality, commercial cookery, nutrition, or early childhood education.
• Experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Ability to plan menus and manage allergies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for children based on a rotating 4‑week menu.
• Meet dietary and allergy requirements for all children.
• Ensure safe, hygienic storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks.
• Order food supplies in line with menus and budget.
• Collaborate with Centre Director to create wholesome menus.
• Communicate positively with children and staff daily.

Skills

Menu planning

Allergy management

Food safety

First Aid

Working with Children Check

Education

Hospitality / commercial cookery / nutrition qualifications

Job description

Little Zak’s Academy West Hoxton is seeking a dedicated part‑time Cook to join our team on Thursdays and Fridays. You will prepare fresh meals for children based on a 4‑week rotating menu, ensuring all meals meet dietary and allergy requirements.

Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and contribute to menu planning in collaboration with the Centre Director. You will oversee food safety, stock management and cost control while communicating well with children and staff.