At a Glance
- Tasks: Help create nutritious meals and maintain a clean kitchen for our little ones.
- Company: Join The Grove Academy, a leader in early childhood education with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: $1,000 referral bonus, 50% off childcare, and exclusive health discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy career growth opportunities and a fun, collaborative team environment.
- Why this job: Make mealtimes fun while ensuring children's safety and wellbeing.
- Qualifications: Organised, reliable, and passionate about food and child safety.
The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 17.6 $ per hour.
Join Our Team as a Kitchen Hand at The Grove Academy Shell Cove.
About The Grove Academy
At The Grove Academy, we’re all about creating inspiring, nurturing environments for children and educators. With campuses across New South Wales, we’re known for our innovative approach to early childhood education and a culture that genuinely supports our people. The safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority and the paramount consideration in all decision-making. We are committed to creating child-safe environments where children feel secure, respected, and supported. All team members are expected to uphold our child-safe practices and contribute to a culture of care, accountability, and protection.
Life at The Grove (Our Values & Perks)
- Be Passionate - bring heart, energy, and pride to everything you do
- Have Fun - create joyful, laughter-filled days for children and your team
- Value Teamwork - support, share, and celebrate each other’s wins
- Learn & Grow - stay curious and open to learning something new every day
- Be Proud - take pride in your work, your impact, and your growth
- Better Together - because the magic really happens when we work as one
And because we truly value our team, you’ll also enjoy:
- $1,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus (exclusions apply)
- 50% off childcare fees for your little ones
- Annual Employee Wellbeing Day for some much-needed self-care
- Access to exclusive discounts on over 3,300+ health, fitness and wellbeing brands with Wherefit
- Career growth opportunities as we continue to expand
- A supportive, fun culture with regular celebrations, fundraising events, and Grove Recognition Awards.
- The opportunity to work alongside our in-house allied health professionals, who collaborate closely with our teams to support children’s development and help educators feel confident and empowered in their practice.
About the Role
As a Kitchen Hand, you’ll work closely with our campus to ensure our little ones enjoy nutritious and delicious meals every day. You’ll help keep the kitchen running smoothly and maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation. Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness in the kitchen
- Washing and organising dishes and kitchen equipment
- Supporting inventory management and restocking supplies
- Ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are met
- Ensuring the safety, health and wellbeing of all children is prioritised at all times
- Actively supervising children and maintaining awareness of risks in the environment
- Reporting any concerns or incidents in line with service policies and procedures
Skills & Experience
We’re looking for someone who is organised, reliable, and eager to contribute. To excel in this role, you’ll need:
- Experience in kitchen work or food preparation (preferred but not essential)
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- A positive, team-oriented attitude
- A commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards
- A passion for making mealtimes enjoyable for children
- Strong understanding of child protection responsibilities and mandatory reporting
- Ability to identify and respond to risks to children’s safety
- Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries at all times
Successful applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) and complete mandatory child safety training.
Kitchen Hand in Shell Cove employer: The Grove Academy
At The Grove Academy, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and supportive work culture that prioritises the wellbeing of both our educators and the children in our care. With a strong commitment to professional growth, we offer numerous opportunities for career advancement, alongside generous benefits such as childcare fee discounts and wellness days. Join us in Bexley, where your passion for early childhood education will be celebrated and your contributions will make a meaningful impact every day.
