Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated full time (Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm or 7:30am to 3:30pm) Childcare Chef to join our early learning service in Burwood Heights.
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In this role, you will prepare and serve fresh, nutritious meals for children each day, following a seasonal rotating menu. You will be responsible for daily food preparation, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, and ensuring meals are prepared safely and cater to individual dietary, allergy and cultural requirements.
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The ideal candidate will have experience working in an early learning, childcare or similar environment, hold a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, and have a genuine passion for preparing healthy and enjoyable meals for children.
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We are seeking a dedicated full-time (Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm or 7:30am to 3:30pm) Childcare Chef to join our early learning service in Burwood Heights.
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In this role, you will prepare and serve fresh, nutritious meals for children each day, following a seasonal rotating menu. You will be responsible for daily food preparation, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, and ensuring meals are prepared safely and cater to individual dietary, allergy and cultural requirements.
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The ideal candidate will have experience working in an early learning, childcare or similar environment, hold a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, and have a genuine passion for preparing healthy and enjoyable meals for children.
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About the Role
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Prepare morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea based on a rotating menu
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Cater to children's individual dietary requirements, allergies and cultural preferences
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Maintain high standards of food safety,



hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
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Ensure food is safely stored, handled and prepared
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Order food and kitchen supplies within the allocated budget
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Check and manage food deliveries
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Work with the Centre Manager to plan and prepare nutritious menus
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Maintain accurate records relating to food safety and dietary requirements
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Communicate positively and professionally with children, families and team members
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Contribute to a welcoming and positive environment within the service
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About You
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Relevant qualification in commercial cookery, hospitality, nutrition or a related field
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Previous experience as a Cook/Chef, preferably in childcare, aged care, healthcare or a similar setting
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Experience with menu planning and managing dietary requirements and allergies
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Current Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain one
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Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, or willingness to obtain one
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Current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain one
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Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling
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Reliable, organised and able to work independently
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Genuine interest in preparing nutritious meals for young children
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We are committed to providing a safe workplace where every child is respected, supported and protected.
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All successful applicants will be required to complete relevant child safety and employment screening checks, which may include reference checks, police checks and Working with Children Checks.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

📌 Childcare Chef (Sydney)
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