Centre Chef

Centre Chef

About Peak Childcare and Kindergarten

At Peak Childcare & Kindergarten, we believe every child is unique and deserves personalised care, meaningful connections and opportunities to reach their full potential.

Our purpose-built learning environments are designed to foster curiosity, wonder and a lifelong love of learning. Guided by the principles of the Early Years Learning Framework and inspired by the philosophy of Being, Belonging and Becoming, we create enriching experiences that support children's growth, wellbeing and development.

As a growing organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional early education and care through passionate educators, innovative learning experiences and strong partnerships with families. We recognise families as children's first educators and work collaboratively to ensure every child receives the best possible start in life.

At Peak, our mission is simple: to help children, families and educators reach new heights.

About the Centre - Customisable per centre

Our purpose-built centre has been thoughtfully designed to create sophisticated learning sanctuaries where curiosity, exploration and discovery thrive.

At Peak Childcare and Kindergarten, our Centre Chef is far more than someone who prepares meals. They are an integral part of our centre community and play a vital role in the daily experiences of children, families and educators.

Our cook is often one of the first friendly faces families see each day, building meaningful connections and contributing to the warm, welcoming culture that defines Peak Childcare and Kindergarten. Through nutritious meals, positive interactions and a genuine passion for children's wellbeing, our cooks help create a sense of belonging for everyone who walks through our doors.

Our food program is a valued part of our curriculum and reflects our commitment to nurturing the whole child. We believe that mealtimes provide opportunities for connection, learning and community, and our Centre Chef plays a key role in bringing this vision to life.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Centre Chef to join our Peak Childcare and Kindergarten family.

This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in preparing high-quality meals, understands the importance of nutrition in early childhood, and enjoys being part of a warm and collaborative team environment.

As our Centre Chef, you will be at the heart of our centre's operations, supporting children's health and wellbeing while building meaningful relationships with families, children and educators. You will become a valued member of our community and play an important role in creating the positive and welcoming atmosphere that makes Peak Childcare and Kindergarten special.

This is a Monday to Friday position with no weekend, evening or public holiday work required, allowing you to enjoy a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious, balanced and appealing meals and snacks for children aged 6 weeks to Kindergarten.

• Develop seasonal menus that align with the Australian Dietary Guidelines and support healthy eating habits.

• Cater for individual dietary requirements, allergies, medical conditions and cultural preferences in accordance with service policies and procedures.

• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness in accordance with relevant legislation and food handling requirements.

• Manage food ordering, stock rotation, inventory control and budget requirements.

• Minimise food waste through effective planning and sustainable kitchen practices.

• Build positive relationships with children, families and educators, promoting healthy eating and positive mealtime experiences.

• Support centre events, celebrations and cultural experiences through food and shared mealtimes.

• Work collaboratively with the leadership team to continuously improve the centre's food and nutrition program.

• Ensure all food preparation records, temperature logs and compliance documentation are accurately maintained.

Child Safety Commitment

At Peak Childcare and Kindergarten, safeguarding children is everyone's responsibility.

We are committed to creating and maintaining environments where children feel safe, respected and valued. Our organisation aligns with the 10 Queensland Child Safe Standards and actively promotes a culture of child safety, wellbeing and inclusion.

All team members are expected to contribute to maintaining a safe environment and demonstrate a commitment to child-safe practices in their daily work.

Why Join Peak Childcare and Kindergarten?

At Peak Childcare & Kindergarten, we understand that exceptional outcomes for children begin with exceptional educators.

We are committed to building a culture where educators feel valued, supported and empowered to grow professionally. Our teams are made up of passionate early childhood professionals who are dedicated to creating meaningful learning experiences and fostering genuine relationships with children and families.

When you join Peak, you become part of a community that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. You will have opportunities to contribute to curriculum development, engage in ongoing professional learning and work within beautifully designed learning environments that support both children and educators to thrive.

We believe that strong relationships are the foundation of quality education and care. Through partnerships with families, connections within the local community and a shared commitment to excellence, we work together to create learning experiences that inspire children to become confident, capable and lifelong learners

Wellbeing Program

At Peak Childcare and Kindergarten, we genuinely value the wellbeing of our team and have developed initiatives that support both personal and professional growth.

Benefits include:

• Worker Retention Payment Grant (eligible employees)

• Fully funded uniforms, including a NAIDOC Week shirt

• Paid Food Safety, Child Protection, First Aid and CPR training where required

• Monthly wellbeing budget

• Staff discounts

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• Supportive leadership and mentoring

• Family-friendly working hours

• No weekend, evening or public holiday work

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A genuine passion for children's health, nutrition and wellbeing.

• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergy management.

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a team environment.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• A proactive and solution-focused approach to your work.

• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming kitchen environment.

• A warm, friendly and community-minded approach that reflects the values of Peak Childcare and Kindergarten.

Essential Requirements

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.

• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

• Current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or willingness to obtain.

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment.

• Experience preparing meals for children or within the education, healthcare or community sector is highly desirable.

• Understanding of allergy management and special dietary requirements.

Our Values – P.E.A.K.

Potential – We believe every child has the capacity to learn, grow and achieve great things.

Equality – We value and respect every individual and foster inclusive environments where everyone belongs.

Attentiveness – We listen, observe and respond thoughtfully to the needs of children, families and educators.

Kindness – We lead with compassion, respect and genuine care in every interaction.

Apply Now

If you are a passionate early childhood leader who values relationships, quality practice and community connection, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to our, our Centre Manager, fla••••••@peakcc.com.au

Reach new heights with Peak – we'd love you to be part of the journey.