Little Zak's Academy
is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.
Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.
We are seeking a dedicated
full-time Cook/Chef
to join our team at
Little Zak's Academy Narellan Vale
In this role, you will
prepare and serve fresh, nutritious meals
each day for up to
112 children
, following our
rotational seasonal menus
. You will manage
daily food preparation
, maintain a
clean and organised kitchen
, and ensure all meals meet
dietary and allergy requirements
.
The ideal candidate will have
experience in a childcare or similar setting
, hold a
current Food Safety Certificate
, and have a genuine
passion for creating healthy meals for children
.
Why Join Us?
We are proud to be part of the Australian Government's Worker Retention Payment program.
Eligible team members at Little Zak's receive an extra 10% on top of award rates from December ****, with an additional 5% starting December ****. This funding is fully supported by the government until November ****. Little Zak's Academy is one of the few approved providers nationally to offer this benefit.
Rotating rosters to support work life balance
Competitive remuneration
depending on your qualification and experience
Up to
50 percent staff childcare discount
Paid
wellbeing day
each year for permanent staff (after 12 months)
Health and wellness allowance reimbursing up to
$50 per month
(gym, pool, wellness memberships)
$1,000 employee referral bonus
for each successful referral
Employee Assistance Program via
Sonder
, offering unlimited confidential counselling and wellbeing support
Paid staff meetings, including dinner provided




Paid off-floor induction with structured onboarding and training
Mentoring and buddy system for all new starters
Study support through
Pay for Progression
, including Certificate III, Diploma, and Early Childhood Teaching pathways (T&Cs; apply)
Strong promote-from-within culture with long-term career opportunities
About the role:
Prepare morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea for the children based on a 4-week rotating menu
Ensure that the meals prepared meet the special dietary needs of the children with allergies &cultural; preferences
Ensure safe and hygienic storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks
Order food supplies in line with menus and within the Centre's budget and check of food deliveries made to the Centre
To work with the Centre Director to create and prepare a wholesome menu
Communicate positively with children and staff on a daily basis
About you:
Relevant qualification in hospitality/commercial cookery/nutrition or early childhood education
Previous experience in a similar role desirable
Menu planning and allergy management experiences
Current Working with Children Checkor willingness to obtain one
Food Safety Supervisors Certificate or willingness to obtain one
First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one
Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment
Little Zak's Academy is a Child Safe Organisation.
We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have a
rigorous recruitment and screening process
in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks.
By applying for a role with Little Zak's Academy, you acknowledge and agree to
undergo all required child safety checks
as part of your employment process.
We are an equal chance workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Do not miss out on this great opportunity!
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📌 Narellan Vale | Chef (New South Wales)
🏢 Little Zaks
📍 New South Wales