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- Temporary Full-time opportunity in Daw Park
- Conveniently located close by to public transport and parking
- Excellent benefits that support your wellbeing and work life balance

Come for the food, stay for the smiles

Are you a passionate Chef looking for a role where you're cooking truly makes a difference? At Guardian Daw Park, you’ll play a key role in supporting children to learn, grow, and thrive through nutritious, delicious food.
You’ll create meals that spark curiosity—helping children explore colour, taste, and texture—while being part of a collaborative team that values food as an key part of the learning experience.
Why join us?

- Monday to Friday roster – no nights or weekends
- Full-time, 38 hours per week
- Temporary 6-month contract
- Work in a well-equipped, spacious kitchen with ongoing improvements
- Competitive salary + benefits, including childcare discounts and paid First Aid
- Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

The Centre
Our well-established centre has a strong local reputation and cares for 96 children. We provide five meals each day—breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack.

Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality care, and we’re proud to have been recognised with:

- Family Choice Award 2026
- Chef of the Year 2025

The Role

- Plan and prepare nutritious, seasonal menus (including a 4-week rotation) aligned with national guidelines




- Cater for allergies and dietary requirements with confidence
- Create fresh, wholesome meals (think hidden veggies and homemade sauces!)
- Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene
- Build positive relationships with children, educators, and families

About You

- Passionate about cooking and nutrition for children
- Experience managing dietary requirements and allergies
- Holds (or willing to obtain) a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or working towards) desirable
- Current Working with Children Check

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can combine your love of cooking with great work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and bring your creativity to the table.

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.
The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm.

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📌 Chef (Daw Park)
🏢 Guardian Childcare & Education
📍 Daw Park