Part-Time Kids Kitchen Chef | Nutritious Meals & Flexible Hours

Kindy Patch Kids; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award wages

Childcare discount

Career growth opportunities

Wonder.LAB access

Employee Assistance Program

Retail benefits platform

Uniforms provided

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

Kindy Patch Elermore Vale is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for up to 76 children each day. This part-time role (30 hours per week) is on an 8-month contract with the possibility to extend.

You will plan menus, manage budgets and stock, and ensure a clean, safe kitchen in line with Food Safety regulations. Our team offers a supportive, flexible work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Menu planning, budgeting, stock ordering & control.
• Dietary and allergy safe requirements.
• Clean and safe kitchen aligned with Food Safety regulations.
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Available for set shift days Monday to Friday.

Skills

Menu planning

Budgeting

Stock ordering

Dietary & allergy safety

Team player

Shift availability (Mon-Fri)

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

ACECQA Early Childhood qualification

Job description

Kindy Patch Elermore Vale is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for up to 76 children each day. This part-time role (30 hours per week) is on an 8-month contract with the possibility to extend.

You will plan menus, manage budgets and stock, and ensure a clean, safe kitchen in line with Food Safety regulations. Our team offers a supportive, flexible work environment with a focus on work-life balance.