Kitchenhand
Sparrow Early Learning Yarrabilba
Part-time (Monday to Friday / 25 hours a week)

We are looking for a caring and dedicated Kitchenhand who

- Takes pride in supporting a busy kitchen and helping prepare nourishing meals for children.
- Assists with daily kitchen tasks including cleaning, and maintaining a safe and hygienic workspace.
- Help with the preparation and serving of meals as part of the KGFs program, ensuring quality and consistency.

As our Kitchenhand superstar, you’ll be the friendly face helping keep little tummies full and big smiles shining! You’ll help serve up delicious, child-friendly meals and snacks, making mealtimes smooth, safe, and full of joy. Every part you play helps create a warm, happy space where children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn, laugh, and grow. No two days are the same, but they’re always full of heart!

Our values – Inspire, Nurture, Grow – guide everything we do:
✨ Inspire a love of learning through creativity and curiosity
Nurture every child’s wellbeing and potential through connection and care
Grow confident learners and strong, supportive teams

What you’ll need:

- Food Handling Certificate
- Proven experience as a kitchenhand/ kitchen support
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care (Preference)

- Current & Valid Working with Children Check
- Mandatory National Child Safety Training
- Monday to Friday availability
- First Aid and CPR certificates including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training
- Experience in dietary and allergy safe requirements.

The Sparrow Advantages

- Enjoy competitive wages plus the ECEC Worker Retention Payment




- Additional Allowances for those with increased responsibilities
- Priority Access to Childcare and up to 95% Childcare Discount for Team Members
- Comprehensive Leave Entitlements – including Birthday Leave
- “Learn while you Earn” – paid CIII & Diploma Traineeship Program
- Generous Employee Referral Programs
- Tenure Achievement rewards
- Your Protected Sleep & Child Protection training is on us
- Career progression opportunities & mentorship
- Access to Sparrows Online Learning Studio for Inductions & Professional Development
- Professional Uniforms Provided
- Outstanding Effort Recognition – Monthly State and Service Awards
- Transfer opportunities within the Sparrow Nest
**T&C; apply to all Sparrow benefits

When joining Sparrow, you will become part of the family. We nurture a thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive culture where everybody feels valued

We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.

At Sparrow, we are an equal prospect employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment.

“Our organisation is deeply committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of young children. We prioritise creating secure environments where children can be inspired and nurtured to grow. Through continuous training, clear policy frameworks, and a proactive approach to risk management, we work to prevent harm and address any concerns promptly. Our goal is to provide safe, supportive, and inclusive environments where every child feels valued and protected”

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