At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and prepare nutritious meals for children, ensuring dietary and cultural needs are met.
- Company: Join Early Learning Victoria Wirmal in a supportive childcare environment.
- Benefits: Opportunity for permanent position, flexible hours, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Ideal for those who enjoy working independently and have a positive attitude.
- Why this job: Be part of a caring community and create healthy meals that kids love.
- Qualifications: Food Handling certificate, Working with Children's Check, and a passion for cooking.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
We’re seeking a passionate Chef or Cook to join Early Learning Victoria Wirmal (Clunes).
A purpose-built 57-place centre provides childcare and kindergarten services.
This is a temporary contract commencing ASAP, with the potential to move to a permanent position.
As the Centre Cook or Chef you will be responsible for planning and preparing a nutritious rotating menu (recipes provided) for all children at the service in line with Early Learning Victoria Wirmal (Clunes) Eating and
Drinking: Health Nutrition and Food safety Policy.
You will be responsible for ensuring that food prepared in line with specific dietary requirements and is culturally appropriate to the local community.
This role will also be responsible for the timely ordering of food supplies and stock management to meet budget requirements.
- Your duties will include;
- Responsible for planning and preparing nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children ensuring that dietary and cultural requirements are catered for.
- Maintains a safe and clean environment in accordance with The Food Safety Act and the ELV Health, Nutrition and Food Safety Policy.
- Maintain kitchen and equipment to ensure all is in working order.
- Responsible for the timely ordering of food supplies and stock management to meet budget requirements.
- Maintains and ensures the Food Safety Program is kept update.
- You will need to have a;
- A certificate in Food Handling
- Food Safety Supervisor certificate
- A current Working with Children's Check A current certificate in First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma (or be willing to obtain).
A 'can do' attitude, high level customer service and experience with catering for specific needs for allergies/intolerance and culturally diverse communities is essential, as is the ability to work alone in the kitchen. previous experience working in an early childcare centre or aged care/health facility preferred but not essential.
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Casual Cook/Chef in Clunes employer: Early Learning Victoria Wirmal (Clunes)
Early Learning Victoria Wirmal (Clunes) offers a supportive work environment where employees can contribute to the health and nutrition of children through their culinary skills. The centre provides opportunities for professional growth, with potential for temporary roles to transition into permanent positions. Employees are part of a community-focused organisation that values cultural appropriateness in its services.
Contact Details:
Early Learning Victoria Wirmal (Clunes) Recruitment Team
