Childcare Centre Chef/ Cook - Temporary/

Location: Torrens Early Learning Centre (south of Woden)

We are seeking a Casual Childcare Centre Cook/Chef for a 5-week period from 9 November 2026 to 14 December 2026, with the possibility of ongoing casual employment thereafter.

The role involves 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with shifts approximately 8:00 am to 2:00 pm (flexible).

This position is ideal for a chef who works evenings and wants to supplement their income, or for a parent with a cooking background looking to work around school drop-off and pick-up times.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, healthy meals for children.

• Cater for allergy, intolerance, and culturally diverse dietary requirements.

• Work independently and maintain a clean and functional kitchen and dining area.

• Manage kitchen and dining room requirements in accordance with the Food Safety Plan, including safe food handling and hygiene practices.

• Accurately order and manage the rotation of food supplies.

• Foster positive interactions with children and encourage a love of healthy eating and diverse foods.

Requirements

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Card (Essential) - you cannot commence employment without a current physical WWVP card.

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (minimum qualification).

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.

About You

• Ability to cater for allergy, intolerance, and culturally diverse dietary requirements.

• Ability to work independently and maintain a clean and functional kitchen and dining area.

• Ability to manage kitchen and dining room requirements in accordance with the Food Safety Plan, including safe food handling and hygiene practices.

• Ability to accurately order and manage the rotation of food supplies.

• Passion for engaging positively with children and fostering a love of healthy eating and diverse foods.

Pay: Approximately $37-$41 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

As a child-safe organisation, we conduct additional background checks throughout the recruitment process to ensure suitability for working in childcare.