? Centre Chef | Tatura Shape healthy futures through food, care and connection.
At Journey Early Learning, we know that every moment in a child's day matters -including the meals they share.
Our Centre Chef plays a meaningful role in supporting children's wellbeing, development and sense of belonging through fresh, nourishing food made with care.
We're looking for a passionate and organised Chef to join our Tatura centre and become an integral part of our community.
Monday to Friday | flexible hours for the right candidate.
? Your Purpose You'll create healthy, balanced meals that fuel children's development while fostering a love of food through positive, engaging experiences.
Working alongside our educators, you'll bring our Future Foodies program to life each day.
? Our Future Foodies Program At Journey, our kitchen is more than a place to prepare meals — it's where curiosity and lifelong healthy habits begin.
As our Chef, you'll help children explore food in meaningful and fun ways: ✨ Interactive experiences ? Learning through food ? Healthy habits for life ? Food awareness ? Celebrating diversity ?️ Positive mealtimes Your impact goes beyond the plate!
You help shape children's confidence, wellbeing and relationship with food.
?️ Your Day-to-Day Plan and prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks Cater for dietary, medical, and cultural requirements Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant kitchen Manage ordering, stock,



and budgets Collaborate with educators to enhance mealtime experiences Build strong relationships with children, families, and your team ✅ What You'll Bring Experience in a Chef/Cook role (early learning or large-scale cooking advantageous) Passion for child nutrition and wellbeing Knowledge of food safety, allergies, and dietary needs Confidence in menu planning aligned to nutritional guidelines Strong organisation and time management ? Why Join Journey Early Learning?
Trust Belief We trust you to bring your expertise into the kitchen and take ownership of children's nutrition and wellbeing.
Support Wellbeing Be part of a caring, cooperative team where your contribution is valued and supported every day.
Growth Development With a growing network of centres, there are real opportunities to progress your career.
Passion Possibilities Your role makes a genuine difference — and we celebrate that impact.
What We Offer ? We're committed to supporting your wellbeing, growth and success.
Educator Worker Retention Payment (Paid Weekly) ? 80% Childcare Discount* ? Paid Birthday Leave ? Dedicated Chef mentor ?️ Anniversary Gifts ? Mental Health First Aid training ? Employee Assistance Program ? Retail lifestyle discounts ?️ Excursions and community engagement encouraged ?♀️? *T Cs apply.
If you're ready to bring your passion for food into a role that truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.
? Apply now and join Journey Early Learning Tatura.
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📌 Chef (Victoria)
🏢 Journey Early Learning
📍 Victoria