Child Care Cook

Young Minds Academy is look for a permanent part - time cook to join our team. 

We require someone who is passionate about nutrition and has an understanding of safe food handling practise. 

What we offer?

• Flexible work hours - The role is part time hours Monday to Friday.
• Above award pay
• Reduced gap incentives if you have children in childcare 

What are your Key Responsibilities:

• Comply with all relevant legislation, early childhood regulations and all policies, procedures and work guidelines issued by Young Minds Academy.
• Maintain the health and safety of themselves and others at all times.
• Demonstrate an understanding of special dietary requirements relating to allergies, intolerance, and medical conditions.
• Prepare and cook nutritious meals that are culturally appropriate for children 0-6 years.
• Prepare meals and snacks in a timely manner that fits the Service’s routines.
• Respect and adhere to Cultural and religious differences
• Demonstrate a high level of understanding regarding food handling and cross-contamination risks when preparing food for allergies and intolerances.
• Have knowledge and understanding of the nutritional standards set by the Australian Food and Beverage classification system.
• Ensure that all food is stored in compliance with Health Regulations.
• Operate mixers, ovens, choppers, shredders, steamers, grills, grinders, steam kettles, fry kettles, and other food equipment.
• Co-ordinate the purchasing of food and supplies with the Nominated Supervisor.
• Collect produce when required from local suppliers
• Be aware of, and assist in the management of the food budget including the choices of food and use of purchases.
• To keep records of receipts, packing slips and order forms.
• Source quality and seasonal (where possible) stock that is of nutritional value for our children.
   

Qualifications for this role

Hold a certificate showing they have successfully completed Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) units of competency through a registered training organisation, in: menu planning, nutrition and safe food handling. (Provided the menu-planning unit of competency or nutrition unit of competency is from level AQF 3 or higher from hospitality, commercial cookery, childcare, or health course.)
 

Stand alone courses, which meet the requirements:

• SIT30812 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (AQF 3)
• SIT30807 Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)(AQF 3)
   

Or

Food safety supervisor (Level 1) course including:

• SITXFSA001 Use hygienic practices for food safety
• SITXFSA002 Participate in safe food handling practices