CareerPlan

Assistant Centre Kitchen hand/cook

Coniston, New South WalesFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22

Core

Develop and deliver balanced menus for children aged 0-6, prepare and serve meals safely, and manage kitchen operations in an early learning centre.

Role type

Kitchen hand / Cook

Builds

Daily meals and snacks for children

Domain

Early childhood education / Food service

Required skills

Menu planning, food safety compliance, allergen management, inventory management, budget management, hygiene maintenance

Preferred skills

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, First Aid certification, early childhood education experience, sustainable kitchen practices

Technologies

Food Standards Australia and New Zealand requirements

Responsibilities

Develop menus meeting nutritional guidelines, prepare and serve meals safely, manage food ordering and purchasing, maintain food safety records and storage, contribute to cooking experiences with children

Seniority

Junior, hands-on IC