Kinda Kapers is a family owned group of Long Daycares with locations across Newcastle and the Hunter. We cater for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.

We are seeking a cook who is highly motivated and enjoys following recipes to cook nutritious and wholesome meals for large groups of children.

This position will be based at our Belmont North Centre, 38hours over 5 days a week Monday till Friday. Hours are 7:30-3:30pm Tuesday - Thursday & 4:00pm finish on a Monday. (We can alternatively arrange 7:00am-3:00pm hours)

Applicants should hold:

Essential

• Working With Children Check.

Desirable:

• NSW Safe Handling of Food Certificate.
• NSW Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.

About You:

• Ability to work autonomously with good time management skills.
• Caring and nurturing nature.
• High level of professionalism and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Knowledge of the Food Standards Australia.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for between 75 - 100 children (including food for children with special dietary requirements and allergies)
• Follow set recipes and menus and order groceries according to the set weekly menu.
• Work in accordance with food safety regulations for safe and hygienic handling, storage and preparation of food and drinks.
• The ability to comply with relevant food handling legislation, childcare regulations, and centre policies and procedures.

Please apply via the SEEK website, submitting a cover letter and a resume.