Centre Chef | Tatura

Job ID: 496080

Location: Tatura, VIC

Contract: Permanent Part time

Work schedule: Monday to Friday | flexible hours for the right candidate.

Shape healthy futures through food, care and connection.

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.

We're looking for a passionate and organised Chef to join our Tatura centre and become an integral part of our community.

Your Purpose

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.

Our Future Foodies Program

- Interactive experiences
- Learning through food
- Healthy habits for life
- Food awareness
- Celebrating diversity
- Positive mealtimes

Your impact goes beyond the plate! You help shape children's confidence, wellbeing and relationship with food.

Your Day-to-Day

- Plan and prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks
- Cater for dietary, medical, and cultural requirements
- Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant kitchen
- Manage ordering, stock, and budgets
- Collaborate with educators to enhance mealtime experiences




- Build strong relationships with children, families, and your team

What You’ll Bring

- Experience in a Chef/Cook role (early learning or large-scale cooking advantageous)
- Passion for child nutrition and wellbeing
- Knowledge of food safety, allergies, and dietary needs
- Confidence in menu planning aligned to nutritional guidelines
- Strong organisation and time management

Why Join Journey Early Learning?

Trust & Belief

We trust you to bring your expertise into the kitchen and take ownership of children's nutrition and wellbeing.

Support & Wellbeing

Be part of a caring, team-oriented team where your contribution is valued and supported every day.

Growth & Development

With a growing network of centres, there are real opportunities to progress your career.

Passion & Possibilities

Your role makes a genuine difference - and we celebrate that impact.

What We Offer

We're committed to supporting your wellbeing, growth and success.

- Educator Worker Retention Payment (Paid Weekly)
- 80% Childcare Discount*
- Paid Birthday Leave
- Dedicated Chef mentor
- Anniversary Gifts
- Mental Health First Aid training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retail & lifestyle discounts
- Excursions and community engagement encouraged
- T&Cs; apply.

If you're ready to bring your passion for food into a role that truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

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