Description
About KU Children's Services
KU has been proudly recognised as an Employer of Choice for 10 consecutive years.
This recognition reflects a workplace culture where people are supported to thrive, innovate and build meaningful, long
‐
term careers through investment in their future.
KU is our place, where we all belong.
A safe, calm community of children, families and educators.
Side by side, we explore the world through many cultures and perspectives.
KU children learn it's OK to be different, and that we can all be different, together.
We are proud to say that 95% of KU employees agree that we live our values!
About the KU Difference
Along with coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues and a well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplace, KU offers more benefits than any other employer in the sector, including:
Generous annual pay increases
5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff (pro rata)
20% employee discount of CCS Gap Fee within a KU Service
Up to 15 weeks of KU paid parental leave
Access to variety of salary packaging options
Access to KU Plus - an extensive Employee Benefits Program with access to discounts & cashback from over 400 retailers
Access to our Health & Wellbeing portal - KU endorses a focus on holistic staff wellness
Access to FREE professional learning - check out our
learning hub
An inclusive culture with a shared vision
About The Service
KU Union
is located on the edge of Sydney University and within
walking distance from Redfern Station
.
The service offers a welcoming and nurturing space where each child is immersed in a rich tapestry of educationally interactive experiences – including art, craft,



literacy, numeracy, music, dance, song, games, stories & cooking.
The team are proud to have a special interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture which is incorporated into their program.
About The Role
On offer is a role that will see you working
8am - 2:30pm (including an unpaid meal break), Monday to Friday on a permanent part-time basis.
We are looking for someone who is excited to share their skills and knowledge of food and nutrition with children between 6 weeks and 5 years old.
This would suit someone who is confident in preparing meals from scratch, keeping in mind all dietary requirement and is looking to become a key part of our team.
Duties include:
Managing the kitchen on a day-to-day basis
Ensuring health and safety are always maintained at a very high standard
Planning and preparing nutritious menus from scratch
Ordering of stock (from preferred suppliers of fruit, vegetables, and groceries)
Assisting educators in small group experiences with the children and introducing the wonderful world of cooking
About The Criteria
Along with a commitment to cooking healthy and nutritious meals,
it is essential you:
Are available to work Monday to Friday, 8am – 2:30pm
Hold or be willing to obtain a valid NSW Employee Working with Children Check




Hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Have work rights that enable you to work in Australia
Can provide two qualified references from supervisors
Are willing to complete a fitness for duties medical assessment
About Applying:
If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to explore, submit your application today in only three steps:
Hit the 'APPLY NOW' button
Upload a copy of your updated cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria
Upload a copy of your updated resume
For inquiries, please contact Katie Histon,
People Services Partner
via
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KU is committed to social justice and human rights, inclusion and diversity, and equal employment opportunity.
We recognise the voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and promote their participation at KU.
KU Children's Services is committed to being a child safe organisation.
We put children's safety and wellbeing at the centre of our practices.
Child safety is a shared responsibility across the organisation.
All KU staff contribute to maintaining our child safe culture and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children in our services and programs.
KU has a zero tolerance of harm or abuse of children.

📌 Early Childhood Centre Cook | Ku Union (Darlington) - Permanent Part Time (New South Wales)
🏢 Ku Children Services
📍 New South Wales