Kitchen Co-ordinator

Kitchen Co-ordinator

Location: Claremont

Part-Time 60 hrs/fortnight

Monday to Friday 7.00am to 1.30 pm

Short walk from train station and Claremont shopping centre

ABOUT THE CENTRE

Ngala Early Learning Claremont is a spacious growing childcare centre just a 5-minute walk from Claremont Train Station. We offer large indoor and outdoor play areas a dedicated art room and excellent child-to-educator ratios. Our focus is on providing fun stimulating and joyful learning activities for children.

We operate Monday to Friday 6:30am to 6.00pm.

Visit our Ngala Early Learning Facebook or Instagram page to learn more about how we support the early development of children.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced motivated and passionate Kitchen Coordinator to join the Claremont team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to providing high-quality nutritious meals for children in a warm and supportive early learning environment.

Working autonomously the successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring a consistent high standard of food safety practices meal quality and presentation as well as the maintenance cleanliness and safety of the kitchen.

This role is ideal for a proactive individual who takes pride in their work enjoys working independently and understands the importance of nutrition in early childhood.

DUTIES

Responsibilities include:

Cooking and preparing meals as per the menu.

Stock and produce shopping ordering and rotation.

Plating up and delivery of meals to childrens rooms.

Checking/testing temperature of food and recording.

Ensure awareness of childrens requirements/allergies and prepare meals accordingly.

ABOUT YOU

You will be highly organised and have a thorough understanding of OS&H and food practices including HACCP together with the following:

Knowledge of special dietary requirements and food allergies

Sound knowledge and experience in food preparation and cooking meals

Experience working autonomously in a kitchen

Effective communication skills interpersonal and relationship building skills

Self-motivated and show initiative

High level of attention to detail

Training in Food Safety as per Local Government approved training program including allergen training will be undertaken by the successful candidate.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a current Working With Children Check and National Police Clearance (within 6 months).

WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT HERE

Discounted Private Healthcare

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Reward & Recognition Program

Refer a Friend Program ($500 for the referrer and $500 for the friend)

Free onsite parking

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are due by 5pm Thursday 21 May 2026 however shortlisting will commence immediately so we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Click Apply and follow the prompts to submit your CV.

If you have any queries please contact Lesley Els Claremont Coordinator at

ABOUT US

At Ngala we believe in providing the best possible start to a childs education journey. We are a dedicated team of educators committed to nurturing young minds in a stimulating and caring environment. Our small classroom sizes and collaborative approach ensure that every child receives individualized attention and support.

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to be their best and that raising children should be a joyful and rewarding experience.

After 130 years of working with families across Western Australia Ngala continues to use the latest research and training alongside community stories and experiences to develop and deliver services that meet the needs of todays parents and children.

CULTURE

Our core values at Ngala are Human Connection Integrity Fairness and Creativity.

Ngala is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include welcome and value the unique contribution of all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people from culturally diverse background people who identify as LGBTIQA and people with a disability.

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People as the traditional custodians of the land where our programs and services operate and pay respect to Elders past and present in the spirit of reconciliation.

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