Come for the food, stay for the smiles Are you a passionate Chef looking for a role where your cooking truly makes a difference? At Guardian Springfield Southern Cross Circuit , you’ll play a key role in supporting children to learn, grow, and thrive through nutritious, delicious food. You’ll create meals that spark curiosity—helping children explore colour, taste, and texture—while being part of a collaborative team that values food as an important part of the learning experience. Why join us? Monday to Friday roster – no nights or weekends Full-time, 38 hours per week Support from a Kitchen Hand (5 hours daily) Work in a well-equipped, spacious kitchen with ongoing improvements Competitive salary benefits, including childcare discounts and paid First Aid Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities About the Centre Our centre is a well-established service with a strong local reputation—many families come to us through word of mouth. We care for 139 children and provide 5 meals daily (breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and late snack). Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality care, and we’re proud to have been recognised with: Centre of the Year 2025 Educational Leader of the Year 2025 Chef of the Year 2025 The Role Plan and prepare nutritious, seasonal menus (including a 4-week rotation) aligned with national guidelines Cater for allergies and dietary requirements with confidence Create fresh, wholesome meals (think hidden veggies and homemade sauces!) Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene Build positive relationships with children, educators, and families About You Passionate about cooking and nutrition for children Experience managing dietary requirements and allergies Holds (or willing to obtain) a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or working towards) desirable Current Working with Children Check If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can combine your love of cooking with great work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and bring your creativity to the table. Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress. We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our top priority, Guardian Childcare & Education has a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. Chef/Cook/Kitchen Hand Full-time Permanent Springfield Southern Cross Circuit So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education.
