We are a beautiful 80 place early learning service, thoughtfully designed to provide children and educators with spacious, inspiring and welcoming environments.

Our service features:

A state-of-the-art commercial kitchen
Spacious, open learning environments
Beautiful natural lighting throughout the service
A dedicated Piazza space for cooking experiences and cooking classes with children
A dedicated art studio
A dedicated mindfulness and wellbeing room
Purposeful indoor and outdoor learning settings
Spaces designed to encourage connection, creativity, independence and children’s voice

This is a unique role for someone who is equally comfortable creating nutritious meals in the kitchen and engaging, supporting and educating children within the learning environment. You will take responsibility for the day to day operation of the early childhood kitchen while also being willing and confident to work alongside children and educators in the learning workplace when required.

Key responsibilities
Plan and prepare nutritious, balanced meals and snacks appropriate for young children
Prepare meals that cater for allergies, intolerances, cultural requirements, dietary needs and individual food requirements
Follow children's individual dietary and allergy management plans




Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and sanitation practices
Follow Food Standards Australia requirements and applicable Victorian food safety requirements
Maintain appropriate food temperature controls, including secure storage, cooking, cooling, reheating and serving
Prevent cross contamination, particularly for children with allergies
Monitor food stock, order ingredients and maintain appropriate kitchen supplies
Build warm, respectful and responsive relationships with children
Participate in children's learning and play experiences

About you
Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Current Working with Children Check
Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma qualifications as required for the role
Understanding of food safety requirements applicable to an early childhood education and care setting
Demonstrated ability to safely prepare food for young children
Ability to manage allergy and dietary requirements safely
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to child safety and inclusive practice
Ability to obtain and maintain any required food safety supervisor/food safety training applicable to the service

📌 Service Cook/educator Melbourne
🏢 Future Super Stars ELC
📍 Melbourne