Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.We are seeking a full-time Cook/Chef to prepare warm & nutritional meals using rotational menus for the children in our care at Kiama centre.About The RolePrepare morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea for the children based on a 4-week rotating menuEnsure that the meals prepared meet the special dietary needs of the children with allergies & cultural preferencesEnsure safe and hygienic storage, handling and preparation of food and drinksOrder food supplies in line with menus and within the Centre's budget and check of food deliveries made to the CentreTo work with the Centre Director to create and prepare a wholesome menuCommunicate positively with children and staff on a daily basisAbout you:Relevant qualification in hospitality/commercial cookery/nutrition or early childhood educationPrevious experience in a similar role desirableMenu planning and allergy management experiencesCurrent Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain oneFood Safety Supervisors Certificate or willingness to obtain oneFirst Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain oneBenefits for you:Competitive remuneration$500 annual bonus50% staff childcare discounts for your own childrenA paid day off on your birthday & a well-being day (on top of your annual leave)$1,000 staff referral bonus for every successful referralContinuous career development opportunities and Future Leaders ProgramStudy allowances to upskill your qualification including ECT degrees (T&Cs apply)Travel Allowances (T&Cs apply)Mentoring from our values-driven Leadership Team and full support from a well-established Support OfficeEmployee Assistance ProgramWe are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of children by implementing a comprehensive screening and interview process, conducting thorough candidate reference checks, and other checks to foster a child-safe organisational culture.We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.Do not miss out on this great opportunity! If this sounds like you then, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or call 0485 982 *** for more information.Additional InformationMonday - Friday with set hours, enjoy a great work-life balance with no weekendsModern, purpose built centre & excellent kitchen facilitiesInclusive & supportive team & get mentored by our experienced centre management
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