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Chef/Cook in Early Childhood CentreKindilan Early Childhood Centre · Tuncurry, NSW, Australia

Kindilan Early Childhood Centre

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Chef/Cook in Early Childhood Centre

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-28 Tuncurry, NSW, Australia Permanent Hybrid Hospitality Tourism
💰 Salary A$33–A$38/mo (A$396–A$456/yr) 📊 Market A$4,500–A$6,500/mo

About the Company

8217;s source of security, stability, sense of worth and cultural background. Our quality child care service provides a strong support role for families, with staff and families working together in partnerships based on trust and open communication, being flexible and responsive to emerging family and community issues. Individual and Family Services

Responsibilities

  • ● Chef/Cook for Early Childhood Centre
  • ● Are you passionate about cooking delicious and nutritious meals for children Do you thrive in a kitchen environment where you have the autonomy to make it your own We are currently seeking a dedicated Cook/Chef to join our team 5 days a week, at Kindilan Early Childhood Centre Inc, a not-for-profit, community based Long Day Care Centre.
  • ● Prepare nutritious meals for up to 90 children per day from a set menu.
  • ● Order and maintain stock levels to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
  • ● Conduct prep work, cooking, baking, and washing up duties.
  • ● Work with commercial appliances including a combi oven.
  • ● Collaborate with management and staff in menu planning.
  • ● Take ownership of kitchen operations and maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
  • ● Previous experience in a similar role preferred, but not essential. Orientation will be provided.
  • ● Ability to work independently and efficiently manage kitchen tasks.
  • ● Passion for creating healthy and delicious meals for children.
  • ● Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • ● Flexibility to adapt to changing needs.
  • ● Working with Children Check, Food Handling Certificate and Mandatory Child Safety Training (or willingness to obtain).
  • ● Attendance at monthly staff meetings (paid).
  • ● Annual loyalty and incentive program to employees
  • ● Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • ● Paid meal breaks.
  • ● Professional development opportunities.
  • ● Flexible hours, with the current structure being 32 hours per week, Monday to Friday