Culinary Care Specialist
This role is ideal for an experienced cook who wants to make a positive impact on the lives of young children. As a Culinary Care Specialist, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious meals that cater to the dietary needs and preferences of our centre's residents.
The successful candidate will have excellent culinary skills, with experience in menu planning, food preparation, and presentation. You will work closely with our Centre Director to ensure that all meals meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and nutritional value.
About the Role
As a Culinary Care Specialist, your primary responsibilities will include:
* Preparing healthy and delicious meals for our centre's residents
* Menu planning and ordering food supplies
* Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
* Working collaboratively with our Centre Director and other team members to achieve the best possible outcomes for our residents
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A strong background in cooking and food preparation
* Experience working with children or in a similar environment
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* A passion for providing high-quality care and service
Benefits
We offer a competitive remuneration package, including:
* Competitive wages above the national award
* 50% discount off childcare gap fees
* Fitness Passport access for you and your family
* Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
* Free annual flu shot (optional)
* Option to purchase extra leave for greater work-life balance
* Retail discounts on insurance, travel, and technology
About Us
We are a small, 57-place centre that excels in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive environment for children in Toddlers (15 months to 2.5 years), Pre-Kindy (2.5 years to 4 years) and Kindergarten (3.5 years to 5 years). We value strong bonds between home and the centre, ensuring holistic child development through tailored care environments and culturally rich interactions.