We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Service Chef / Cook to join our team. The successful applicant will possess a passion for superior meal planning using fresh ingredients, preparing high quality and nutritious meals for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age.

The Cook position encompasses the following:-

Menu planning and preparation of nutritious meals for children from birth to 6 years of age

Understanding of the diverse allergy and dietary requirements of children

Implementing the service's Food Safety Plan

Delivering consistently high-quality food and presentation to all work practices

Undertaking all record reporting requirements

Building and maintaining strong relationships with team members, parents, children and the wider community

Responsible for the safe and clean conditions of the kitchen, to meet council requirements

Placing of kitchen orders, whilst adhering to allocated budgets

Responsible for kitchen audits to meet regulatory requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have:

MUST HAVVE PRIOR EXPERIENCE COOKING IN CHILDCARE CENTRE

Food Safety Level 1 and/or 2 qualification

Food Safety Supervisor qualification

Working with Children Check

A passion and enthusiasm for cooking

A passion for cleanliness and organization

A thorough understanding of allergy management and prevention

A knowledge of nutrition and understanding of menu planning for children

A desire to create nutritious and appealing meals for children

Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

Certificate III or Diploma of Children' Services (preferred but not essential)

We can offer you great working conditions, competitive pay rate, uniforms, very supportive Centre Director and Management team.

If this sounds like the job for you, please forward your resume and cover letter via the apply now tab.

Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor for this role.