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Childcare Kitchen Hand | Lara 

Journey Early Learning is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Kitchen Hand to plan and prepare nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for all children at our Lara Centre.

This role is between the hours of 10am to 4pm across Monday to Friday | Permanent Part-time 

Who are you?

You’re creative and adventurous in the kitchen, with a genuine passion for nutrition, sustainability and weaving food experiences into the rooms. You’ll work closely with the centre team, building strong relationships with educators, children, and families.

You’ll support our current chef, who prepares meals for up to 152 children each day. This includes assisting with food preparation, plating, washing dishes and keeping the kitchen running smoothly.

Key skills and requirements:

• Demonstrated commitment to providing healthy, nutritious meals for children of all ages
• Current Working with Children Check

Who are we?

At Journey, we don’t just talk about culture we live it. Our purpose-driven environment is grounded in our four guiding pillars:
Trust & Belief – in our team and the magic of early learning
Support & Wellbeing – because caring for children starts with caring for you
Growth & Development – personalised pathways for your professional journey
Passion & Possibilities – a place where your ideas are heard and encouraged

What we offer:

• 10% Educator Retention Payment
• 80% off Childcare Discounts*
• Anniversary Gifts to recognise you
• Paid Birthday Leave
• Mental Health First Aid
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to retail/lifestyle discounts

*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.

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.