Come for the food, stay for the smiles in a NEW childcare centre You will be creating menus full of delicious and nutritious snacks and meals for children and their Educators, as well as being part of the learning experience when they help you prepare food, forage from the garden and learn about what they’re eating. It all comes together at mealtimes where children and Teams share food together, enjoying each other’s company and learning how nothing brings people together like great food. When you join Guardian, you will be contributing to a Team effort to create awesome learning experiences for children in a safe and secure environment. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with Educators and Teachers to make food part of the learning journey and have the satisfaction of seeing how children respond to new and wonderful flavours. In addition, you will have a great place to work, filled with exciting opportunities to grow your career. The Centre We are thrilled to welcome your family to our brand new, purpose-built Fairview Park childcare centre. At Guardian Fairview Park, the care and education of each child is our top priority. Located within the City of Tea Tree Gully, children aged six weeks to six years will be supported to be creative, bold and imaginative in their learning. Our long day care in Fairview Park is also ideally located for families in the surrounding suburbs Surrey Downs, Yatala Vale, Redwood Park, Golden Grove, Wynn Vale, Modbury Heights and Greenwith. At our Fairview Park long day care centre in Adelaide, children will have a supportive, stimulating, and warm environment to explore their world in a safe and secure way. A team of passionate, qualified Teachers and Educators will ensure that each child receives care tailored to their needs through a personalised approach to play-based learning. The Opportunity Develop a seasonal, nutritious menu that respects individual requirements regarding medical conditions, food preferences, and cultural considerations and ensures children’s health and wellbeing. Ensure children’s health and wellbeing. Building strong relationships with the children, Educators, families and the Centre community. Ensure best practice food safety and hygienic standards are always upheld. To be considered, you will have: Food Safety Supervisor certificate or Food Handling cert. An awareness of your personal responsibilities under the current Child Protection Laws and knowledge about child protection. Current Working with Children’s Check (for SA state) Our benefits include: Be part of the amazing journey supporting children to be brave, curious, and imaginative in their learning. Lead your ongoing professional development and learning through exceptional coaching, conferences, mentoring, and career advancement opportunities. Use your skills and experience to support children to grow and thrive, and develop a love for food Work in high-quality, well-resourced environments for children and Teams Enjoy a competitive salary and financial benefits, including attractive remuneration packages, generous childcare discounts, recognition and rewards, and an employee referral program Flexible work options. Guardian Degree program – We can support you by offering paid study, flexible work hours, guardian mentors and reimbursement of course fees, because we want to see you succeed. (Terms & conditions apply) WHEREFIT – 2,000 discounted corporate offers at up to 50% off for gyms, studios, activewear, healthy meals, beauty and more… Paid first aid courses and renewals Apply now Be inspired, be inspiring, and introduce us to the Creator in you. Apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education. Referrals We offer referrals for Guardian employees so join us and bring a friend to refer and earn. For more details, visit: guardian.edu.au/careers/refer-your-friends 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 All Adelaide SA Fairview Park Fairview Park So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply now to join Guardian Childcare & Education.