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Childcare Chef | Fernvale

Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Chef to join our Fernvale 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. 

Centre Overview: 

Nestled in the heart of a charming rural town, Journey Fernvale offers a unique blend of modern care and small-town warmth. While the country charm of Fernvale is evident, step inside our purpose-built, light-filled centre and you’ll find a welcoming, vibrant space where your child will feel right at home.

At Journey Fernvale, we take pride in being deeply connected to our community. Our centre isn’t just a place for learning – it’s a place where everyone knows your name, where every family is valued, and where memories are made and cherished. As our small rural centre grows, we remain committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive environment where children thrive, and families feel a part of something truly special.

Join us on this wonderful Journey as we continue to grow, flourish, and deliver care that is nothing short of excellent.

About the role: 

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 

Our people are at the heart of our success and in shaping our children’s future. We recognise and celebrate that each member of our community brings the best version of themselves to work every day. In return, we provide opportunities to grow, be inspired, empowered, and truly love where you work. 

Joining our community provides you access to the below benefits: 

• Above award rates + 10% Educator Wage Retention Grant
• 80% off Childcare Discounts* 
• Anniversary Gifts to recognise you 
• Paid Birthday Leave 
• Mental Health First Aid 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to retail/lifestyle discounts
• Core values that we live and breathe 

*Terms & Conditions apply

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  

At Journey Early Learning, the safety and well-being of every child is our top priority. We ensure every child every day is safe, secure and protected. We are united through Journey’s Commitment to Safeguarding Children and adhere to our See, Act, Tell framework. This framework empowers us to actively uphold and advocate for the rights and voices of children, focusing on the prevention, recognition, and response to abuse, neglect, and harm