Grow Early Education Gunnedah is more than just a Childcare Centre; it's a place where bonds are formed, little hearts are nurtured, and dreams take root.
We are seeking a fully qualified and highly skilled Cook/Chef for our beautiful service, Grow Early Education Gunnedah.
About your new role
- You will be preparing, cooking and presenting a wide variety of nutritious foods on time that are suitable for children aged 4months to 6 years for breakfast, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea, including the preparation of purees and special dietary meals
- You will engage in menu planning, in accordance with the centre's nutrition policy and guidelines, including catering for children with allergy, intolerance and religious requirements;
- You will working in line with budgets and local suppliers
- You will maintain a clean and safe kitchen, in accordance with Food and Council Authority requirements.
About you
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery preferred but not essential
- Current food handling certificate or willingness to obtain
- Current WWCC, approved first aid, anaphylaxis and asthma qualifications
- Experience with menu planning and nutrition
- Previous experience running a kitchen, cooking in childcare or similar catering environment
- You will be a reliable, positive and a well organised person
- You will have excellent time management skills and be confident in managing a kitchen
- You will provide a barista service to families (on the job training will be provided if necessary)
- You will provide weekly cooking lessons to the children in their classroom settings
- You will enjoy working with families, colleagues and children
What we can offer you
- 75% staff discount on childcare fees
- Above award wages, paid weekly!
- Monday to Friday, no weekend work or late shifts!
- A great work-life balance!
- A beautiful brand-new child care centre located in Gunnedah
- Spacious, clean and well organised commercial kitchen facilities
- Professional development and leadership programs
- Progression opportunities with fast growing company
- Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice
- Supportive Head Office and Management Team
If you are motivated to join a brand new team of professionals, please send your resume and cover letter to: **********@growearlyeducation.com.au
In the subject line of your email please state: Gunnedah - Chef