As our inspiring Chef at Petit ELJ Clifton Hill, you will work within a supportive and close-knit team as you implement the menu at our beautiful purpose-built centre.This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your passion for preparing healthy and nutritious meals and snacks whilst also fostering children’s interest and education in food at our service.  In this stand-alone role you will have full autonomy with menu planning using an online early childhood platform, budget and ordering through to meal preparation and cooking of healthy daily meals and snacks, ensuring you meet nutritional guidelines along with the specific dietary requirements of children in our care.  Additionally, you will adhere to safe food practices and oversee food records and safety checks.In addition to serving as our Childcare Chef, you have the opportunity to actively participate in our educational programs fostering children’s interest and understanding of food origins.  Working with our education staff you can contribute with interactive food and sensory development activities, witnessing the children’s tastes, smells and tactile experiences come to life!About You:You might be an experienced Chef seeking a change from late nights, weekend shifts and unpredictability working hospitality, restaurants, or cafes.  If so, you might welcome the chance to explore a role as a Childcare Chef, where you can experience the joy and fulfilment of witnessing daily smiles and fun energy in a childcare setting.  Alternatively, you could be a qualified home cook seeking child friendly hours and an environment where you feel you could truly excel.In further consideration you will requireFormal qualifications in Certificate III Commercial Cookery (minimum)Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (preferred)Working With Children’s Check (WWCC) or willingness to obtainJoin Us and Enjoy:Negotiable and competitive rates65% staff childcare discountHighly welcoming and supportive working family, modern facilities and a rewarding childcare environmentOur benefits and rewards platform that provides over 4000 perks and discounts across restaurants, retail stores and so much more!Access to our wellness hub that provides you with workout videos, mediation guides, nutritional education and moreEnjoy all these perks while doing what you love!This presents a wonderful opportunity to support your local community and be rewarded every day with children’s smiles!  AUD Clifton Hill 3068