Do you have a passion for cooking for children? Join our team and work alongside an experienced Chef—an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, and make mealtimes special. Apply today!

About the Kitchen Hand role:

Clarence Street Early Learning Centre
Place: 175 place Service
Location: Clarence Street, South Brisbane, 4101
Position Details: Part-time position. 30 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Hours: 7:30am - 2:00pm (including 30-minute lunch break)

Located in the heart of South Brisbane’s vibrant health precinct, Clarence Street Early Learning is a proud new addition to our network, and we’re excited to welcome a dedicated Kitchen Hand to our team.

Our multi-storey centre features 14 purpose-built rooms, catering to children from nursery through to kindergarten. This is a unique opportunity to bring your passion for food into a role that truly makes a difference.

As our Kitchen Hand, you’ll work closely with our experienced Chef to prepare nutritious, child-friendly meals that cater to a variety of dietary needs—helping to nurture healthy eating habits from the very beginning.

What You’ll Do

• Create and deliver nutritious, age-appropriate meals and snacks aligned with national dietary guidelines.
• Cater for dietary requirements including allergies, intolerances, and cultural needs.
• Ensure food safety and cleanliness standards are consistently met.
• Work with educators to support learning themes and special events through food.
• Encourage healthy habits through engaging food experiences for children and families.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience as a cook or kitchen hand, ideally in early childhood, schools, or aged care settings.
• Relevant cookery/food studies would be desirable
• Strong understanding of child nutrition and meal planning.
• Food Safety Supervisor certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Excellent time management, communication, and organisational skills.
• A warm, team-oriented approach and passion for children’s wellbeing.

Why Join Us?

• Above-Award Pay: Enjoy above award casual wages.
• Staff Discount: 95% childcare discount at over 130 centres.
• Support & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program and a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Development Opportunities: Access to professional development and training.
• Reward and Recognition Program: Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work, and outstanding contribution!

Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe
Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

How to Apply:
Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.

Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.