Job Description

Come for the food, stay for the smiles

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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.

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You'll create meals that spark curiosity—helping children explore colour, taste, and texture—while being part of a collaborative team that values food as an significant part of the learning experience.

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Why join us:

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

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- Plan and prepare nutritious, seasonal menus (including a 4-week rotation) aligned with national guidelines
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- Cater for allergies and dietary requirements with confidence
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- Create fresh, wholesome meals (think hidden veggies and homemade sauces!)
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- Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene
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- Build positive relationships with children, educators, and families
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About You

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- Passionate about cooking and nutrition for children
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- Experience managing dietary requirements and allergies
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- Holds (or willing to obtain)



a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
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- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or working towards) desirable
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- Current Working with Children Check
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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.

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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.

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We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

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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.

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*for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.

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📌 Chef (Queensland)
🏢 Guardian Early Learning Group
📍 Queensland