Weekday Centre Cook: Fresh Kids' Meals, Own Kitchen

Brady Bunch Early Learning Centre; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Brady Bunch Early Learning Centre in Ballarat is seeking a Centre Cook/Chef to manage the kitchen on weekdays, from 7:00am to 2:00pm. You will prepare fresh meals for children, run your own kitchen space, and engage warmly with families within our centre community.

The role offers clear systems, extensive training, and ongoing support from our Food Safety & Kitchen Operations Manager, with no night shifts or weekend work.

Qualifications

• Previous cook or chef experience required; childcare experience is a bonus.
• Organized, reliable, able to take responsibility for kitchen.
• Strong food safety knowledge and attention to detail.
• Understand allergy management and cross-contamination prevention.
• Warm, approachable and comfortable around children.
• Willing to obtain WWCC and complete child safety training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks from our established menu
• Take ownership of your kitchen – keeping it organized, clean, safe and running smoothly
• Safely manage allergies, medical and dietary requirements
• Maintain excellent food safety and hygiene standards
• Be warm, friendly and comfortable engaging with children and families
• Join in fun cooking and food experiences with the children
• Work collaboratively as part of our wider centre team

Skills

Cook/chef experience

Food safety knowledge

Allergy management

Child-friendly communication

Job description

Brady Bunch Early Learning Centre in Ballarat is seeking a Centre Cook/Chef to manage the kitchen on weekdays, from 7:00am to 2:00pm. You will prepare fresh meals for children, run your own kitchen space, and engage warmly with families within our centre community.

The role offers clear systems, extensive training, and ongoing support from our Food Safety & Kitchen Operations Manager, with no night shifts or weekend work.