At Mother Duck Childcare and Kindergarten, we pride ourselves on creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop a lifelong appreciation for healthy food, taste, and flavour. We believe that positive mealtime experiences play an important role in a child's development, fostering curiosity, confidence, and healthy eating habits while supporting their overall wellbeing.
About the role
We are seeking a Kitchen Hand to join our team at Mother Duck Child Care Lawnton in Lawnton, QLD. This part-time role will see you play a key part in supporting our amazing Chef in the smooth running of our kitchen, providing fresh and healthy meals to the children in our care.
What you'll be doing
Preparing and cooking a variety of nutritious meals and snacks for the children
Ensuring the kitchen and food preparation areas are kept clean and hygienic at all times
Assisting with the ordering and stock management of kitchen supplies
Working closely with the Chef to implement the menu and follow all food safety guidelines
Providing a high level of customer service to the children and their families
What we're looking for
Previous experience as a Kitchen Hand or similar role in a kitchen environment




Practical cooking skills and knowledge of food preparation and presentation
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
Good communication and customer service skills
A passion for providing high-quality, nutritious meals
Current and State-relevant Working with Children's Check
Current Child Protection and National Child Safety Training Certificates
Availability to work ***** hours per week
The willingness to step up into the Chef's role when they are absent from the Centre from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
What we offer
At Mother Duck Child Care Lawnton, we pride ourselves on being a supportive, family-friendly employer. We offer competitive pay, flexible working hours, and ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow in your career. Our team enjoys a positive, collaborative work environment, with a strong focus on work-life balance.
About us
Mother Duck Child Care Lawnton is a respected and trusted provider of early childhood education and care in the local community. With a focus on nurturing the whole child, we provide a protected, stimulating and inclusive workplace where children can learn, grow and thrive.
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📌 Kitchen Assistant (Queensland)
🏢 Mother Duck
📍 Queensland