About the role

You will be preparing, cooking and presenting a wide variety of nutritious foods on time that are suitable for children aged 4 months to 6 years for breakfast, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea, including the preparation of purees and special dietary meals. You will engage in menu planning, in accordance with the centre's nutrition policy and guidelines, including catering for children with allergy, intolerance and religious requirements. You will work in line with budgets and local suppliers. You will maintain a clean and safe kitchen, in accordance with Food and Council Authority requirements.

Key responsibilities
Prepare, cook and present a wide variety of nutritious foods suitable for children aged 4 months to 6 years for breakfast, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
Prepare purees and special dietary meals
Engage in menu planning in accordance with the centre's nutrition policy and guidelines
Cater for children with allergy, intolerance and religious requirements
Work in line with budgets and local suppliers
Maintain a clean and safe kitchen in accordance with Food and Council Authority requirements
Provide a barista service to families

About you
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery preferred but not essential




Current food handling certificate or willingness to obtain
Current blue card, approved first aid, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications
Experience with menu planning and nutrition
Previous experience running a kitchen, cooking in childcare or similar catering environment
Reliable, positive and well organised
Excellent time management skills and confident in managing a kitchen

About us

Imagine Childcare and Preschool is more than just a childcare centre; it's a place where bonds are formed, little hearts are nurtured, and dreams take root. We are a beautiful, state of the art service with spacious, clean and well organised commercial kitchen facilities, a supportive Head Office and Management Team, and a commitment to innovative learning environments and professional development.

Perks
75% staff discount on childcare fees
Above award wages, paid weekly
Monday to Friday, no weekend work or late shifts
Outstanding work-life balance
Beautiful brand-new child care centre location
Spacious, clean and well organised commercial kitchen facilities
Career development and leadership programs
Progression opportunities with fast growing company

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