Childcare Chef | Gumdale

About the Role

Are you a passionate Chef who loves creating healthy, delicious meals for children?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Childcare Chef to join our Gumdale team on a permanent part‑time basis. In this role, you’ll do more than just cook, you’ll help shape children’s relationship with food. Through our Future Foodies program, you’ll inspire healthy habits, introduce new flavours, and create positive mealtime experiences that support children’s growth and wellbeing.

Permanent Part-time | 37.5 hours per week | 6:30am–3:00pm, Monday to Friday.

About You

You’re creative, organised, and confident in the kitchen, with a genuine passion for nutrition and early learning. You enjoy being part of a centre community and engaging with children about food and healthy choices.

Key skills and requirements:
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Commercial Cookery qualifications (preferred)

Experience preparing nutritious meals for children

Strong understanding of allergies and dietary requirements

Current Asthma, Anaphylaxis & First Aid (or willingness to obtain)





Must have completed National Child Safety Training

Your Responsibilities

Plan and prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks

Bring our Future Foodies program to life, encouraging healthy eating habits

Create engaging, child‑friendly mealtime experiences

Cater for allergies and specialised dietary needs

Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance

Manage food ordering within budget

Build positive relationships with children, educators, and families

Why You’ll Love Journey

Educator Worker Retention Payments (EWRP)

Paid birthday leave & anniversary recognition

Mental Health First Aid & Employee Assistance Program

Access to retail and lifestyle discounts

Opportunities to connect with the community

Safeguarding Children

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our top priority. We follow our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and the See, Act, Tell framework to ensure every child is protected, secure, and protected every day.

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