About the role

Working collaboratively with our Centre Cook, you will help ensure the kitchen operates efficiently, hygienically and safely while supporting the preparation and delivery of meals for our children. Willingness to step up as a Cook in absence of current cook is essential. Support and mentoring will be provided.

Key responsibilities

- Assisting the Centre Cook with food preparation, meal service and general kitchen duties.

- Washing dishes, sanitising kitchen equipment, cleaning workspaces and maintaining a high standard of kitchen hygiene.

- Assisting with the preparation and distribution of meals and snacks in accordance with the Centre's menu and dietary requirements.

- Following food safety procedures and safe food handling practices at all times.

- Maintaining accurate attention to children's individual allergies, intolerances, medical dietary requirements and cultural or religious food preferences.

- Ensuring meals are prepared, labelled, stored and served safely to prevent cross-contamination and allergen exposure.

- Following the centre's policies and procedures, including food safety, allergy management, hygiene and child safety.

- Working respectfully and cooperatively with the kitchen team and wider centre community.

About you

- A strong understanding of food allergies, intolerances and the risks associated with cross-contamination.





- The ability to carefully follow individual dietary plans, allergy management plans and food preparation instructions.

- Excellent hygiene practices and an understanding of food safety principles.

- Reliability, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.

- A positive, flexible and team-oriented approach.

- A genuine commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of young children.

- Previous experience working in a childcare, early learning or similar food service environment will be highly regarded.

- Relevant food safety training or qualifications will also be advantageous.

Hours of Work:

Monday and Friday: 11am to 4pm

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 1-4 pm

About us

Campbelltown Community Children's Centre (CCCC) is a community-based, not-for-profit early learning service providing quality education and care for children from diverse cultural backgrounds. At CCCC, we believe that nourishing children goes beyond providing meals. It is about creating a protected, inclusive and caring environment where every child's individual needs are respected.

You will become part of a supportive team that values collaboration, cultural diversity, quality practice and the wellbeing of every child.

📌 Kitchen Hand (Childcare) (Newton)
🏢 Campbelltown Community Children's Centre
📍 Newton