Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten is seeking an experienced and passionateChefto join our team at ourMambourincentre.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and organised professional who enjoys creating nutritious meals for children and thrives in a busy childcare environment.
Working in our centre kitchen, you will be responsible for preparing healthy, balanced meals and snacks while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.
If you have experience working in a childcare setting, are confident with menu planning and ordering, and are passionate about supporting children's health and wellbeing through nutritious food, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Aspire?
Permanent part-time opportunity at our Mambourin centre
Flexible working hours to be agreed with the successful applicant
Supportive leadership team and welcoming workplace culture
Purpose-built learning environments
Career progression opportunities within our growing organisation
Eligible for the MEA Worker Retention Payment
Paid Birthday Leave
Wellbeing Leave
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Competitive above-award pay plus superannuation
The Prospect
As The Centre Chef, You Will
Prepare nutritious and appealing meals and snacks for children each day
Develop seasonal menus that meet childcare nutrition guidelines
Manage food ordering, stock control and kitchen budgets
Cater for children's dietary, allergy and cultural requirements




Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness and hygiene
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and centre policies
Build positive relationships with children, families and team members
Work collaboratively with educators and centre leadership
Maintain accurate food safety and kitchen documentation
About You
Commercial Cookery Qualifications / Certificate III or higher
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (HLTSS*****)
Safe Food Handling Certificate
Previous experience in childcare preferred
Ability to cater for dietary requirements and restrictions including Anaphylaxis, Allergies and Intolerances
Experience in planning nutritionally balanced meals in line with the Healthy Together Achievement Program
Ensure health & safety standards are maintained at a high level at all times
Effective time management and organizational skills
Ability to work on your own and maintain a clean and functional kitchen
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Current Working with Children check, First-Aid Certificate, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training
Join Our Team
If you're an experienced Chef looking for apart-time opportunitywhere you can make a meaningful impact on children's health and wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.
Join ourMambourinteam and play an important role in providing nutritious meals that support children's growth, learning and development.
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📌 Chef - Mambourin (Melbourne)
🏢 Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten
📍 Melbourne