Job Description
Chef & lunch cover – Early Childhood Education
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We are a purpose-built early childhood education and care centre committed to providing high-quality education, care and meaningful connections with children, families and the wider community.
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We are looking for an experienced CHEF who has worked in the Early Education industry and understands the regulations & working with children environment
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Key Responsibilities
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Plan, prepare and cook nutritious, fresh and age-appropriate meals and snacks for children throughout the day.
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Prepare daily meals in accordance with the centre's approved weekly menu and nutritional requirements.
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Cater for children with food allergies, intolerances, medical dietary requirements and specific cultural or religious dietary needs.
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Maintain strict allergen management and cross-contamination controls when preparing and storing food.
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Ensure meals are correctly prepared, labelled and provided to the appropriate rooms/children.
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Maintain accurate records relating to food preparation, temperatures, cleaning and food safety, as required.
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Follow all Food Safety Standards, NSW Food Authority requirements and centre policies and procedures.
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Ensure appropriate food storage, stock rotation, temperature control, cooking, cooling and reheating procedures are followed.
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Maintain a clean, hygienic and well-organised kitchen at all times.
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Communicate with the Centre Director/Nominated Supervisor regarding menus, dietary requirements, stock, kitchen requirements and any food-related concerns.
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Work collaboratively with educators to ensure children's individual dietary requirements are understood and safely managed.
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Support positive and healthy mealtime experiences for children.
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Assist with lunch/mealtime cover and general centre support when required, including providing support during lunch periods and assisting educators where appropriate.
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Maintain qualified relationships with children, families and staff and contribute positively to the centre's team culture.
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Participate in relevant training, meetings and continuous improvement activities.
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About You
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Certificate III or Diploma qualified to work with children when required.
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Previous experience working as a Chef, preferably within Early Childhood Education & Care, childcare, school or similar environments.
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Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
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Current Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) certification, or willingness to obtain/maintain the required certification.
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Knowledge of preparing nutritious and age-appropriate meals for young children.
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Ability to cater for allergies, intolerances and individual dietary requirements.
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Strong organisational and time-management skills.
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Ability to work independently and manage the kitchen effectively.
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Good communication and teamwork skills.
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Current Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain one.
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A genuine interest in children's nutrition, wellbeing and early childhood
environments.Previous
experience in an administration, customer service, marketing or enrolment coordination role (childcare or education sector highly regarded)
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A current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain one)
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📌 Chef & Lunch Cover - Early Childhood Education (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales