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 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 Academy now receive an additional 15% on top of award rates. The Australian Government announced that the Worker Retention Payment program would be extended until 30 June ****, continuing to support wage increases for eligible early childhood educators.




Little Zak's Academy was one of the first approved providers nationally to participate in this initiative, ensuring our team could access these additional benefits from the commencement of the program.
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
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📌 Childcare Chef (New South Wales)
🏢 Little Zak's Academy
📍 New South Wales