Part-Time Childcare Kitchen Lead — Flexible Hours

Careers at Council; Lane Cove; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Salary progression and professional/PD

Close to local amenities

Job summary

Council in Lane Cove, NSW, is seeking a part-time Food Service Assistant to support the Early Education and Care Service with nutritious meals during scheduled hours. You will work with a partner to cover the shifts and ensure food safety and quality at all times.

The role requires a Working with Children Check, knowledge of kitchen hygiene, and ability to manage inventory and budget. You will join a supportive team and contribute to child-friendly meals respecting dietary needs.

Qualifications

• Current 'Paid Worker - Working with Children Check' clearance.
• Experience using cooking appliances.
• Knowledge of hygiene and safety precautions.
• Experience in kitchen inventory management (storage, menu planning, quantity assessment and ordering).
• Experience working within a budget.
• Ability to plan balanced nutritional meals including dietary/cultural needs.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet service deadlines.
• Ability to communicate well with parents, staff, children, and suppliers.
• Ability to work in a team and contribute in meetings.

Responsibilities

• Together with your job share partner, provide the Early Education and Care Service with all necessary food provision services within scheduled hours.
• Support daily kitchen operations and food service during the shift.
• Coordinate with staff to ensure nutritious, safe meals and compliance with policies.

Skills

Working with Children Check

Cooking appliances

Hygiene & safety

Inventory management

Budgeting

Nutritional meal planning

Prioritisation

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Council in Lane Cove, NSW, is seeking a part-time Food Service Assistant to support the Early Education and Care Service with nutritious meals during scheduled hours. You will work with a partner to cover the shifts and ensure food safety and quality at all times.

The role requires a Working with Children Check, knowledge of kitchen hygiene, and ability to manage inventory and budget. You will join a supportive team and contribute to child-friendly meals respecting dietary needs.