Childcare Kitchen Support

About This Job

What you get from joining the Carmichael community:

Join a not-for-profit organisation committed to the community
Guaranteed 2-week Christmas Closure
Beautiful, modern state of the art facilities
A fantastic work and team culture with multiple progression opportunities
Ongoing paid professional development and training.
5 day working week
Supplied uniforms
On site chaplains, pastoral care & counselling services.
Extensive support from the management team.
Fun, inclusive campus community environment
Strong connection with Carmichael College – Staff discount offered.
On site Café and secure staff parking

Carmichael Kids Early Learning and Kindergarten is a faith-based Christian not-for-profit Centre in Morayfield. We pride ourselves in maintaining long standing employees and fostering lasting relationships.

We are seeking a confident, passionate, experienced kitchen hand. We are looking for someone ideally with experience in the Early Childhood sector or relevant experience in preparing meals and snacks for a large number of children. Ideally, you will have experience and a well-developed understanding of children’s nutritional and dietary requirements.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Assist in preparing all meals and snacks as directed and planned
Ensure that all kitchen equipment is clean and stored correctly
Wash, clean and store all cooking equipment
Removal of rubbish/food scraps
Support in the planning of weekly meals
Completing daily reports and kitchen checks when required
Maintain direct and open communication to all staff
Assist in the preparation of materials for children’s’ cooking activities when required
Keeping up to date with food preparation policies/practices and hygiene requirements

IDEAL APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:

Relevant qualification in food handling is desirable
Previous experience as an educator/kitchenhand within a childcare Centre desirable but not essential
Knowledge of relevant regulations in relation to food hygiene standards and workplace safety
A proven ability to manage the kitchen environment in a safe and responsible manner
An ability to work independently as well as an effective team member
Well-developed understanding of children’s nutritional and dietary requirements
Must be willing to ensure the individual needs of the children are catered for in collaboration with their families and the Director.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted