Little Explorers Early Learning is a privately owned and operated early learning service, with a genuine focus on providing quality care, having collaborative partnerships and developing meaningful connections with our children, families and the community.
At Little Explorers, we are passionate about early education, understanding it plays a critical role in the building blocks of life, the positive impact it has on the children we care for, the families who trust us and the community we are a part of.
We are currently seeking Cook/Food Coordinator on a permanent part time basis. (Three days per week) The ideal candidate is passionate about providing children with a healthy and balanced diet to support their development and growth. You must have the ability to maintain a standard aligned with Health Regulations and meet any dietary requirements.
Qualifications required:
Current Working with Children Check.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Current "I'm Alert Food Safety" Certificate.
Child Protection.
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
(SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
SITXFSA006 Participate in safe food handling practices
SITSS00069 Food Safety Supervision)
Your key priorities will be to:
The ability to work within a time frame to prepare food requirements.
Be able to manage the individual dietary requirements of children as well as the main meal.
Able to understand and complete the daily records required by the Food Safety Act.
Be responsible for maintaining the safety and hygiene of the kitchen.
Maintain a positive working relationship with team members.
Ensure health and safety standards are adhered to at all times.
Completing the ordering online and ensuring the kitchen has the ingredients required on a weekly basis.
Updating the services communication platform to ensure families are informed about our menu options.