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Cook / Chef
Children's Chef
Cook / Chef
#34555
Remote / WFH
LEAD Childcare
Job Description
We are looking for a warm, reliable and organised Children's Chef to join our Rothwell team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys preparing healthy, nourishing meals for children and being part of a caring and supportive environment.
Our kitchen plays an important role in our centre, helping children enjoy fresh, balanced meals each day while supporting their health, wellbeing and development.
About the Role
You will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals for children, while ensuring all food allergies and special dietary requirements are carefully followed. The role also includes maintaining kitchen organisation, completing daily checklists and ensuring high food safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Creating healthy and appealing menus for children
Managing food ordering and kitchen supplies
Preparing meals while catering for food allergies and special dietary needs
Completing daily kitchen checklists and maintaining a clean, organised workspace
Supporting a safe and caring environment for children
About You
Knowledge or experience within the food or childcare industry
Understanding of food allergies and special meal preparation
Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
Reliable, organised and takes pride in their work
Basic knowledge of child protection practices would be desirable
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who loves cooking and would enjoy contributing to a warm, nurturing childcare community while working family-friendly daytime hours.
Required Qualifications
Hospitality or ECEC Qualification (Preferred)
First Aid, Asthma and Anaphlaxis (HLTAID012)
CPR (HLTAID009)
National Child Safety Training (Geccko)
Accredited Child Protection Training (CHCPRT025)
Food Safety Supervisor Accreditation
Fire Safety Training
Positive Blue Card
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $29.57 – $34.50 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Our kitchen plays an important role in our centre, helping children enjoy fresh, balanced meals each day while supporting their health, wellbeing and development.
About the Role
You will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals for children, while ensuring all food allergies and special dietary requirements are carefully followed. The role also includes maintaining kitchen organisation, completing daily checklists and ensuring high food safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Creating healthy and appealing menus for children
Managing food ordering and kitchen supplies
Preparing meals while catering for food allergies and special dietary needs
Completing daily kitchen checklists and maintaining a clean, organised workspace
Supporting a safe and caring environment for children
About You
Knowledge or experience within the food or childcare industry
Understanding of food allergies and special meal preparation
Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
Reliable, organised and takes pride in their work
Basic knowledge of child protection practices would be desirable
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who loves cooking and would enjoy contributing to a warm, nurturing childcare community while working family-friendly daytime hours.
Required Qualifications
Hospitality or ECEC Qualification (Preferred)
First Aid, Asthma and Anaphlaxis (HLTAID012)
CPR (HLTAID009)
National Child Safety Training (Geccko)
Accredited Child Protection Training (CHCPRT025)
Food Safety Supervisor Accreditation
Fire Safety Training
Positive Blue Card
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $29.57 – $34.50 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Work Location: In person
