Early Learning Centre Chef- Paddington

Job Summary On-site. Posted 6 days ago. Culture and Benefits Generous staff incentives and remuneration: We pay above award 70% staff long day care discounts for all staff, all expenses paid social gatherings, $50 yearly birthday vouchers, Christmas gifts plus uniforms are provided Work Life Balance: NO WEEKENDS, NO NIGHTS Fun budget: Avenues dedicates a generous budget annually to provide opportunities for our staff to go to an all expenses paid social hang out and do team building activities together multiple times throughout the year Bonuses: We offer a GENEROUS referral bonus for staff who refer other friends & family to come work within our centres Job security: This is a permanent position and will have set shifts. Great culture: Be part of a caring and respectful team, that bands together to ensure everyone feels appreciated. About Avenues Paddington Step into Avenues Paddington – where we celebrate your daily enthusiasm and passion for high quality early childhood education. Under the guidance of our dedicated Centre Manager, we work hard to create a vibrant culture of fun We deeply value and acknowledge the contribution of our exceptional team. The opportunity Our Paddington centre is currently seeking a Chef to join our team on a permanent basis, working 5 days per week Monday‑Friday. We need someone who is not only skilled and capable, but is inspiring and creative too. You will be in charge of creating the most delicious menus, full of variety and multi‑culture influences from all over the world. We will be asking you to ensure that every dish they prepare meets the nutritional guidelines set by Nutrition Australia. We also want you to become an integral part of our team. We want you to become inspired to work alongside our educators and children within their classrooms to share your passion and your knowledge of healthy foods and a varied diet. Duties of the role Preparation of daily meals (morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea) for up to 140 children each day. Children ranging in age from 6 weeks to 6 years. On occasions early and late snacks will need to be available. Meet all individual food requirements of specific children where required including children with allergies and dietary requirements. Preparation of nutritious meals for events / functions we will celebrate throughout the year. Adhering to the nutrition policy and guidelines set by the company. Working in accordance with the food safety regulations for safe and clean handling of food products. Be organised and use good time‑management skills. Ordering food and supplies. Working closely with the Centre Director regarding menu development. Adhering to food costings and kitchen budgets set out. Ensuring a safe clean kitchen environment at all times. Compulsory selection criteria Commercial Cookery certificate Food Safety Supervisors Certificate Current Blue Card (or willing to obtain) Minimum 2 years experience in a similar position. Do not have to be vaccinated with COVID‑19 vaccination How to apply If you think your passion, skills and experience match our vision, please APPLY NOW and be sure to include your resume and cover letter. Please note due to the high level of interest, only short listed applicants will be contacted. About Avenues Early Learning Centre The Avenues Group of Centres is family owned and operated. We have been providing quality care and education since 2003. Each centre in the group has its own unique character and offers services that reflect the local communities in which they are located. Our centres are licensed by the State Department of Education, Office for Early Childhood Education and Care and are accredited through an assessment rating system which is governed by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). Some of our centres are yet to be rated in the new assessment rating system, however, have all received the highest rating under the previous governing body known as the National Childcare Accreditation Council. We believe it is important to promote trust and partnerships between children, staff and parents. Program planning is regarded as a shared process and members of each child’s family are encouraged to participate in their child’s program. The Avenues Group is committed to providing inclusive environments for children and families. Underpinning this value is our fundamental belief that each child is unique, bringing to the environment a unique set of capabilities and pre‑dispositions. Our aim is to foster within each child awareness and acceptance of others so that they attach positive feelings to the diversity of people. #J-18808-Ljbffr