This is a permanent part-time position working Monday to Friday, 30 hours per week. This role involves preparing nutritious and appealing meals and snacks for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the kitchen and ensuring all meals meet children's dietary, allergy and cultural requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare fresh morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea each day
- Plan and maintain nutritious, child-friendly menus
- Safely manage allergies, intolerances and individual dietary requirements
- Complete food ordering and maintain appropriate stock levels
- Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen
- Complete all required food-safety records and temperature checks
- Work collaboratively with educators and centre management
- Follow all food-safety, health and early childhood service requirements
About you
- Previous experience as a cook in a childcare centre or similar setting
- Current Food Safety Supervisor certificate
- Current NSW Working With Children Check
- Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene
- Experience preparing meals in bulk
- Sound knowledge of allergies and dietary requirements
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills
- A reliable, warm and team-focused approach
- A Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care would be highly regarded but is not essential
Benefits
- A friendly and supportive working environment
- Consistent weekday hours with no evening or weekend work
- A well-equipped commercial kitchen
- The opportunity to positively contribute to children's health and development
- Immediate start available
About us
Quick and Curious Early Learning Centre is located in Old Toongabbie, NSW.
📌 Experienced Childcare Centre Cook (Old Toongabbie)
🏢 Fast and Curious Early Learning Centre
📍 Old Toongabbie
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