Job Description
Centre Chef | Tatura
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Shape healthy futures through food, care and connection.
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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.
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We're looking for a passionate and organised Chef to join our Tatura centre and become an integral part of our community.
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Monday to Friday | flexible hours for the right candidate.
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Your Purpose
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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.
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Our Future Foodies Program
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At Journey, our kitchen is more than a place to prepare meals — it's where curiosity and lifelong healthy habits begin.
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As our Chef, you'll help children explore food in meaningful and fun ways:
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Interactive experiences
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Learning through food
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Healthy habits for life
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Food awareness
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Celebrating diversity
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Positive mealtimes
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Your impact goes beyond the plate! You help shape children's confidence, wellbeing and relationship with food.
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Your Day-to-Day
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Plan and prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks
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Cater for dietary, medical, and cultural requirements
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Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant kitchen
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Manage ordering, stock,



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