Service Chef – Early Childhood (0–6 years)

Forever Learning Kindergarten & Childcare is seeking a warm, motivated and experienced Service Chef to join our team! This role is so much more than cooking, you’ll be a key part of our service community, supporting children’s wellbeing through fresh nutritious meals, safe kitchen practices, and positive food relationships. If you love working in a child-focused environment, enjoy planning healthy menus, and take pride in compliance and cleanliness, we would love to hear from you. Forever Learning Kindergarten & Childcare is seeking a warm, motivated and experienced Service Chef to join our team! This role is so much more than cooking, you’ll be a key part of our service community, supporting children’s wellbeing through fresh nutritious meals, safe kitchen practices, and positive food relationships. If you love working in a child-focused environment, enjoy planning healthy menus, and take pride in compliance and cleanliness, we would love to hear from you. About the Role As our Service Chef, you will be responsible for: Planning and implementing a fresh, seasonal rotating menu Preparing and serving safe, nutritious meals and snacks for children aged 0–6 years Catering for allergies, intolerances,



dietary needs and cultural preferences Maintaining strong food safety and hygiene practices in line with legislation Completing kitchen cleaning schedules, temperature logs and safety checklists Supporting child-inclusive cooking experiences and nutrition education where appropriate Building positive relationships with families and the teaching team What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who is: Passionate about children’s health and nutrition Confident working with allergy and anaphylaxis requirements Organised and able to manage tasks independently Reliable, calm, and professional Committed to high standards of hygiene, safety and compliance Aligned with our values and Child Protected culture Essential Requirements Certificate in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) Food Safety Supervisor Certificate Current training in:

Anaphylaxis Allergy Management First Aid

Why Forever Learning? At Forever Learning, we are committed to: High-quality care and education A supportive workplace culture Strong compliance and safety practices A warm community environment for families and staff

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Service Chef – Early Childhood (0–6 years) (Port Phillip City)
🏢 Forever ELC Clarendon Street
📍 Port Phillip City