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Childcare Chef | Kawana  

Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Chef to join our Kawana team. Working alongside the Centre Manager, your primary focus will be in delivering high quality food, healthy and nutritious meals to the children in our care. 

This is a Permanent Part-time opportunity, across Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM-3:30 PM.

Centre Overview: 

Welcome to Journey Early Learning Kawana, where every day is an adventure filled with joy and discovery for children, educators, and visitors alike! Our bright centre, uniquely spread across two beautifully designed buildings, is buzzing with excitement as we undergo thrilling renovations. We're expanding our kitchen, enhancing our lunch and programming rooms, revitalizing our outdoor play areas. But that's not all…

Our innovative play spaces are thoughtfully crafted to inspire children to engage, explore, and achieve their milestones with confidence and delight. Come and be a part of the magic at Journey Early Learning Kawana, where adventure and learning go hand in hand!

About the role: 

As our Childcare Chef, you will be responding for delivering a wholesome, nutritional and visually appealing child menu that consists of breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and late snack. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals and snacks for children,  
• Adhere to dietary guidelines and any specific dietary requirements or allergies. 
• Ensure health and safety guidelines are adhered to in the kitchen, including food preparation and servicing areas. 
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, ensuring that general day to day procedures are followed. 
• Manage inventory, order food supplies, and ensure proper storage of ingredients. 
• Collaborate with the centre Manager to develop menus that meet the nutritional needs of children. 
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations including, Journey Early Learning Centre's policies 

About you: 

You are an experienced Chef who is passionate about creating delicious, healthy meals that fuel young bodies and minds. 

Role Requirements:  

• Experience as a cook, preferably in a childcare or school setting 
• Knowledge of child nutrition and dietary needs 
• Knowledge of food safety program requirements  
• Understanding of allergies and anaphylaxis 
• Strong organization and time management skills 
• Valid Working with Children Check 
• Food Safety Supervisor certificate 

So, if this opportunity resonates with you and you believe you can contribute to the team’s success in this role – apply now!  

Join us at Journey Early Learning…where it all begins. 

www.journey.edu.au  

Journey Early Learning promotes the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to all children's safety, participation, and empowerment.