Pacific Hills Early Learning Centre (PHELC) is seeking a willing and dedicated Kitchen Hand to join our passionate team. This is a unique opportunity to support the health and wellbeing of children in a Christ-centred environment, where care, faith, and learning are nurtured daily.
As the Kitchen Hand, you will be responsible for serving pre-prepared food, Monday to Friday 9am - 2:00pm (job share options will be considered for the right applicant).
This role, commencing at earliest availability, involves working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and requires physical stamina, multitasking ability, and a passion for serving others.
Pacific Hills Early Learning Centre nurtures young children in a Christ-centred environment where they are known, valued, and supported. As a ministry of the Pacific Group of Christian Schools, the ELC is committed to laying strong foundations for lifelong learning through a combination of Christian values, quality care, and play-based educational experiences. From their first steps, we nurture young lives with faith, care, and discovery.
Job Description
As part of your application, please complete this application form: PHELC Application Form
To be considered for this role, you must upload a completed copy of this application form into the 'Other Documents' section, along with all other documents requested. Please check you have uploaded all the required documents or made a note of missing documents, before pressing submit.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential Criteria:
Ability to model a Christian worldview and integrate Christian values into early childhood education and leadership
Certificate of Safe Food Handling (mandatory)
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proactive, solution-oriented approach to challenges
Commitment to promoting healthy eating and positive mealtime experiences
Willingness to work collaboratively in a team
Sensitivity to cultural and developmental diversity
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals in accordance with Munch and Move guidelines and dietary requirements
Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety, complying with NSW health regulations and Food Standards Australia
Develop and rotate seasonal menus that promote healthy eating habits
Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and budgets effectively
Collaborate with educators to meet the nutritional and developmental needs of children
Maintain accurate records for compliance and reporting purposes
Support educators as needed in child engagement and daily Centre operations
Contribute to a Christ-centred culture that respects all backgrounds and beliefs
The School offers staff the opportunity to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment.
For further information, please contact the HR Department by email hr@pacific.education, referencing the school and role you are enquiring about.
Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.
Pacific Hills Early Learning Centre is a child safe workplace; all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Check Number for verification.
