Chef | Hamilton

Guardian Early Learning Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A children's learning organization in Hamilton is seeking a Chef to prepare and serve nutritious meals for children. The role involves developing seasonal menus, ensuring food safety, and engaging with children in cooking activities. A Food Safety Supervisor certificate is required, along with experience in catering to children's specific dietary needs. This role offers a competitive salary in a supportive environment with potential for additional hours.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Food safety supervisor certificate mandatory.
• Experience in preparing meals for children with dietary requirements.
• Ability to develop seasonal nutritious menus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve four nutritious meals daily.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met.
• Engage children in cooking activities.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Understanding of food safety standards

Experience with children's dietary needs

Education

Food Safety Supervisor certificate

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Come for the food, stay for the smiles!

Are you passionate about preparing delicious food and supporting children's learning and growth? Join Guardian as a Chef and ignite their senses through exciting culinary experiences.

Be part of something amazing!

Opportunity: Prepare and serve four nutritious meals daily for our childcare centre. We are a small, growing centre with fewer than 40 children each day, ranging in age from 6 weeks to school age.

The role includes access to a fully equipped kitchen and opportunities to engage in cooking activities with the children’s rooms each month.

The position currently offers 5 hours per day, with potential for additional hours as the centre continues to grow.

• Develop seasonal, nutritious menus that cater to individual requirements and promote children's health and wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with children, educators, families, and the centre community.
• Ensure best practice food safety and hygiene standards are upheld.

Requirements:

• Food Safety Supervisor certificate.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or working towards it. (Desirable, not essential)
• Awareness of your personal responsibilities under Child Protection Laws.
• Current Working with Children's Check (QLD Blue Card)
• Available to work 7 AM to 12 PM with no break or 7 AM to 12:30 PM with a 30-minute break
• Experience cooking for children, as the role involves preparing meals that meet individual needs, including allergies, dietary requirements, and accommodating selective or particular eating habits—while ensuring meals remain healthy and balanced.

The Centre:

We have a beautiful 2-storey purpose-built centre with spacious outdoor spaces. We have an amazing and welcoming team that makes everyone feel welcome and at home.

Our purpose-built Hamilton childcare centre in north-east Brisbane is spacious, warm and inviting. With incredible indoor and outdoor environments, children have a safe and secure way to explore their world. Bright and modern, our Centre in Hamilton will fast become your child’s home away from home. Our Hamilton early learning centre has six beautiful learning studios, grouped by age, and a separate sleep room attached to the nursery. Each space is full of high-quality educational resources for the best play-based learning experiences. Every child is supported in their growth and development, so they can build a lifelong love of learning.

Benefits:

• Lead your professional development through exceptional coaching, conferences, and mentoring.
• Create nutritious menus that nurture children's wellbeing and develop a love for food.
• Work in high-quality, well-resourced environments with a supportive team.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and flexible work options.

Be inspired, be inspiring! Join Guardian Childcare & Education and let your culinary creativity shine. Apply now!

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.

We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards. *For those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.