ABOUT PAISLEY PARK

Paisley Park is a proud early learning provider with over 30 years of experience delivering exceptional education and care for children.

At Paisley Park, we believe that healthy eating lays the foundation for lifelong wellbeing. Our food philosophy centres on preparing fresh, nutritious, home-style meals using quality ingredients while fostering positive relationships with food from an early age. We are committed to providing children with balanced meals that are wholesome, varied and culturally inclusive, while encouraging healthy eating habits every day.

Supporting our local community is at the heart of everything we do. Wherever possible, we source fresh produce and ingredients from local fruit and vegetable retailers, butchers, bakeries, and other small businesses, building meaningful partnerships that strengthen our community and provide children with the freshest available ingredients.

WE HAVE TWO CHEF/COOK ROLES AVAILABLE

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Qualified Chef to lead the kitchen at our beautiful, recently opened 108-place Long Day Care Centre in Blakeview, South Australia, and at our soon-to-open 118-place Long Day Care Centre in Riverlea - The Palms Shopping Village.

As our Centre Chef, you will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals for children from infancy through to preschool, ensuring every meal is made with care, creativity and the highest food safety standards.

You will enjoy working independently in a contemporary commercial kitchen while collaborating closely with our Executive Chef, Educators, families, children, and leadership team to create positive food experiences for children every day.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with our six-week rotating seasonal menu

- Cater for children's allergies, dietary requirements and cultural preferences





- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness

- Manage food ordering, stock rotation and kitchen inventory

- Build and maintain positive relationships with our local suppliers, including fruit and vegetable stores, butchers, bakeries and other small businesses

- Ensure compliance with Food Standards Australia and all relevant food safety legislation

- Maintain food safety records and documentation

- Work alongside educators to promote healthy eating and engage children in age-appropriate food experiences

- Contribute to our Community Engagement Program, which requires preparation of and participation in some evening and weekend activities

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this role, you must have:

- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (minimum) or equivalent recognised qualification

- Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or equivalent) and experience managing the Food Safety Program

- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)

- Current National Police Check

- Child Safety Training (via GEECKO portal)

- Sound understanding of nutrition requirements for young children

- Solid knowledge of food safety legislation, allergy management and safe food handling practices

- Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or unrestricted Australian working rights

- Excellent organisational and time management skills

- Excellent literacy skills, including verbal and written and the ability to speak with families, interact with children,



contribute to daily documentation and the Monthly Newsletters

Desirable:

- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications

- Previous experience working as a Chef within a childcare or early learning setting

- Experience cooking with children, and engaging with a range of people in the local community

ABOUT YOU

You are someone who:

- Is passionate about children's nutrition and wellbeing

- Enjoys preparing fresh meals from quality ingredients

- Values supporting local businesses and building community connections

- Takes pride in maintaining an organised and immaculate commercial kitchen

- Is reliable, professional and self-motivated

- Has a warm, positive attitude and enjoys being part of a collaborative team

- Shares our commitment to providing exceptional experiences for children and families

WHY JOIN THE PAISLEY PARK FAMILY?

When you join Paisley Park, you become part of a supportive, family-focused organisation that genuinely values its people.

We offer:

- A modern, fully equipped commercial kitchen

- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience

- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

- Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture

- Employee childcare fee discounts

- The opportunity to work for a respected early learning business with over 30 years of excellence

- The chance to make a lasting impact on children's health, wellbeing and lifelong relationship with food

APPLY NOW

If you are an experienced Qualified Chef who shares our passion for children's nutrition, fresh local produce and supporting our community, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply via the SEEK Quick Apply button and include your resume along with copies of your relevant qualifications and certifications.

📌 Qualified Chef/Cook for Paisley Park Blakeview and Paisley Park Riverlea (Adelaide)
🏢 Paisley Park Early Learning Centres
📍 Adelaide