AddressFederation Children are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Cook to join our team; someone who is committed to ensuring children have healthy, nutritious meals and develops healthy eating habits through positive food experiences.
In this role, you will:
- work in partnership with families in meeting all children's dietary requirements
- provide healthy and nutritious snacks and meals for children
- maintain the environment in line with Federation Children's Food Safety Program
- co-ordinate the purchasing and ordering of supplies to reflect the menu; and
- prepare meals for large groups of people
- work as a part of a team, supporting and contributing to Federation Children as a community in line with Federation Children's Philosophy and Code of Ethics
- Catering for children with allergies and additional needs
- Understanding of the National Quality Standard healthy eating and physical activity are promoted and appropriate for each child.
Responsibilities:
Monday to Friday
- Menu planning, supplies ordering and budgeting
- Upkeep and cleaning of kitchen facilities and equipment
- Implement rotational menus
- Ensure that all meals prepared meet the special dietary needs of the children with allergies & cultural preferences
- Ensure safe and hygienic storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks
- Maintain positive customer relations with families and children
Desirable attributes:
- Relevant food handling certificates
- A current Working with Children Check
- A friendly and positive attitude
- Experience and passion for creating healthy children's meals
- Excellent time management and verbal communication skills
- Experience working in a child care setting will be highly regarded, however not necessary
- Cert 3 in childcare is desirable but not essential
