Join Our Team as Centre Chef at Explorers Surrey Hills - Elgar Road! Are you passionate about creating delicious, nourishing meals that fuel young minds and active bodies? Step into the role of Centre Chef at Explorers and become an essential part of our mission to inspire growth, learning, and joy for our little adventurers! This role is a 7 month Maternity contract - April to November 2026 Your Role: A Recipe for Success As our Centre Chef, you'll bring flavour and energy to every day by: Crafting fresh, seasonal, and nutritious meals that kids love. Personalizing dishes to cater to allergies and intolerances with tasty, inclusive alternatives. Keeping your kitchen sparkling clean, organized, and compliant with food safety standards. Managing time with precision and showing impeccable attention to detail. Spreading smiles through positive interactions with children, families, and your team. Why You’ll Love Working With Us At Explorers Surrey Hills - Elgar Road, we’re not just about great meals - we’re about great people. Here’s what’s on the menu for you: Generous childcare fee discount—a helping hand for your family. Convenient on-site parking. A supportive, vibrant team culture. Exciting Culture Club events to celebrate and connect. Recognition, rewards, and generous referral bonuses. Complimentary first aid training and renewals. Centre Highlights: Conveniently located on Elgar Road in Surrey Hills, our purpose-built Centre offers a warm, welcoming environment supported by a passionate and collaborative team. Spanning three levels with lift access and five engaging outdoor play spaces, the Centre provides thoughtfully designed learning environments enriched by programs including sport, music and Italian, along with regular incursions and excursions. At the heart of our daily operations is our well-equipped kitchen, where our Chef plays a vital role in preparing fresh, nutritious meals that support children’s growth and wellbeing. With modern technology to support communication, strong community connections, and a close-knit team culture built on open-door leadership, weekly huddles and ongoing professional development, Surrey Hills – Elgar Road is a centre where staff feel genuinely supported, valued and proud of the important role they play in children’s everyday experiences. We’re looking for a passionate chef who brings: A qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent). A Food Handler’s or Food Safety Supervisor certificate. A valid Working with Children Check (Employee). Experience in preparing meals for children with diverse dietary needs, including allergies and anaphylaxis. Full Australian working rights (Visa/Passport). Bonus points if you’ve worked in a childcare setting before! Bring your creativity, energy, and passion for good food to Explorers, where every meal is a chance to make a difference. Join us in nourishing the next generation of dreamers, doers, and thinkers! About Explorers: Explorers Early Learning is a family-owned and operated business with 20 childcare Centres across Melbourne. Our beautiful, purpose-built Centres and enriching learning environments reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional care and education. We strongly believe in nurturing the growth and potential of our team members, and we're dedicated to providing a clear career path for those who share our passion for early childhood education. Explorers is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal, and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity. We encourage applications from people who are from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, and cultural background. T&Cs apply. Apply today and start cooking up a future full of possibilities!
