Come for the food, stay for the smiles

Are you a passionate Chef looking for a role where your cooking truly makes a difference? At Guardian Caloundra 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 team-oriented team that values food as an important part of the learning experience.

Why join us:
Part time permanent (Monday to Friday, 25 hours)
Work in a well-equipped, spacious kitchen
Competitive salary + benefits, including childcare discounts and paid First Aid
Ongoing career development and career growth opportunities

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.

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 robust 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.
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