Chef | Austral

• $36 (subject to experience) per hour + super + workers retention payment

• Excellent workplace culture & work life balance

• Full time, Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm (no nights & weekends!)

Introduction

At Futuro Early Learning, our culinary team blends innovation, sustainability, and health to create meals that nourish our children and staff every day. Using fresh, seasonal ingredients, you’ll prepare wholesome, delicious food that fuels and delights growing minds.

You’ll work alongside a dedicated Kitchen Hand and under the guidance of our Executive Chef, focusing on high-quality meal preparation. No split shifts, no late nights, just purpose-driven cooking.

About You:

• Formal qualifications in Commercial Cookery or equivalent are preferred

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement

• Valid working with children check (WWCC), or ability to obtain prior to commencement

• Full permission to work in Australia

The role involves:

• Preparing nutritious meals and snacks for up to 122 children daily

• Cook wholesome, delicious lunches for staff

• Follow established menus crafted by the Executive Chef

• Manage dietary needs and allergies with care and precision

• Keep a clean, efficient, and positive kitchen space

Why you’ll love working with us:

• $36 per hour + super + Worker Retention Payment





• Paid parental and miscarriage leave

• In office parking & weekly pay

• Up to 50% childcare discount

• Ongoing training & professional development

• Supportive, down-to-earth culture

Child Safety Commitment

At Futuro, the safety, well-being, and dignity of every child are our highest priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of child abuse, neglect, or harm, and we are committed to creating environments where children feel protected, secure, and supported to thrive.

We are committed to:

- Building a child-safe culture where safety is embedded in everyday practice, leadership, and decision-making
- Upholding clear professional boundaries and high standards of educator conduct
- Using robust screening through our Futuro SafeStart Recruitment process, including thorough checks and referee validation
- Ensuring ongoing training so all team members understand child protection obligations and mandatory reporting responsibilities
- Encouraging and supporting people to speak up, and responding promptly and appropriately to all concerns in line with legal and regulatory requirements

If you’re ready to cook with purpose and creativity and be part of a team that nurtures both food and the future, we’d love to hear from you.

Click ‘Apply’ or email ••••@futuro.nsw.edu.au

Learn more: www.futuro.nsw.edu.au/careers

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