Children First Early Education Keperra is seeking a highly skilled Kitchen Hand for our beautiful, state of the art service!

This is a Casual position to work a variety of days supporting our Chefs when needed and covering the kitchen work while they are away!

About your current role:

- You will assist in preparing, cooking and presenting a wide variety of nutritious foods on time that are suitable for children aged 4 months to 6 years for breakfast, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea, including the preparation of purees and special dietary meals.
- You will engage in menu planning, in accordance with the centre's nutrition policy and guidelines, including catering for children with allergy, intolerance and religious requirements.
- You will be working in line with budgets and local suppliers.
- You will maintain a clean and protected kitchen, in accordance with Food and Council Authority requirements.

About you:

- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (preferred but not essential).
- Current food handling/food safety certificate or willingness to obtain.
- Current Working with Children Check, approved First Aid, National Child Safety (Geccko) Training, Anaphylaxis and Asthma qualifications.
- Experience with menu planning and nutrition.
- Previous experience running a kitchen, cooking in childcare or similar catering environment.
- You will be a reliable, positive and a well organised person.
- You will have excellent time management skills and be confident in managing a kitchen.




- You will provide a barista service to families (on the job training will be provided if necessary).

What we can offer you:

- Negotiable, above award wages, rewarding your experience and knowledge!
- Receive the Workers Retention Payment on top of your base rate!
- Wages paid weekly!
- Casual work (no guaranteed hours) available between Monday to Friday, no weekend work or late shifts!
- Access to discounts from hundreds of well-known brands and retailers, including groceries, fuel, gyms, leisure and utilities.
- Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay.
- A great work-life balance, with no weekend or late shifts needed.
- Free annual flu shot, first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis certification.
- Spacious, clean and well organised commercial kitchen facilities.
- Career development and training programs all paid for.
- Progression opportunities with fast growing company.
- Work in a first-class service with highly trained Educators and friendly and supportive management and Head Office teams.

How to apply!

This exciting opportunity won't last long! Apply today to embark on a journey that rewards your excellence! Or please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

In the subject line of your email please state: Keperra – Casual Kitchen Support

Pay: $33.00 – $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Career development assistance

Work Location: In person

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