Located only 30 minutes from Sunbury, 20 minutes from Daylesford and 25 minutes from Gisborne!Embracia Childcare and Kindergarten are excited to welcome a motivated and enthusiastic Part Time Kitchen Assistant into our purpose - built 120 place childcare centre in Kyneton. 10:00am - 2:00pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. As our service capacity grows, your hours have the potential to grow too! Join Our Team as a Kitchen Assistant! Embracia Childcare and Kindergarten in Kyneton is looking for a dedicated and reliable Part-Time Kitchen Assistant to support our talented Chef, Jess. If you're passionate about creating nutritious meals for children in a fun, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you! About the Role:As our Kitchen Assistant, you'll play an essential role in supporting our Chef in creating nutritious, delicious meals for the children in our care. Your responsibilities will include:Assisting with meal preparation and ensuring that all food meets our health and safety standardsSupporting the creation of meals tailored to various dietary needs, including allergies and intolerancesMaintaining a clean, organized kitchen environmentWorking closely with the Chef and team to ensure a smooth daily serviceOpportunity to increase contracted hours as our center's capacity grows. What We're Looking For: Previous kitchen experience is a plus, but a willingness to learn is keyKnowledge of food safety and hygiene practicesA positive, team-focused attitude and strong work ethicA passion for contributing to children's health and well-being Reliability and flexibility to cover additional shifts during holiday periodsStrong initiative and the ability to work independently without supervision Benefits of Joining Our Team: Above Award Wages: We believe in rewarding our team with competitive pay that reflects their hard work and dedication.Discounted Childcare Fees: Enjoy discounted childcare fees for staff, supporting you and your family.Professional Growth: Access ongoing professional and personal development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.Unique Educational Environment: Be part of a diverse, forward-thinking organization led by dynamic leaders, pioneering intergenerational kindergarten in Kyneton.Family-Owned Atmosphere: Experience the warmth of a family-owned business that values collaboration and support, without the impersonal feel of a large corporate environment.Supportive Team Culture: Join a team that works together to create a positive, inclusive, and inspiring workplace.Modern Facilities: Work in a new, purpose-built facility with high-quality amenities that enhance both your work experience and the care provided to our children.Idyllic Location: Located in the picturesque Macedon Ranges, our center is close to the vibrant Kyneton township, surrounded by beautiful nature walks, parks, and scenic views that make for a peaceful, refreshing work environment. Key Requirements: Employee Working with children check (or willing to obtain)Ability to work in a fast-paced environmentFood handlers' certificate / Food safety supervisor requiredExperience working in a Childcare Centre preferred, though not essentialExperience preparing meals for children with allergies, including AnaphylaxisBasic understanding of food preparation, handling, and kitchen safety practices. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and welcoming environment, we'd love to have you on board! If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact: Felicity - ******** (email protected) Embracia Childcare and Kindergarten 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. We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.