The Company

Established in 2000, Montessori Academy is Australia's leading and largest provider of Montessori early childhood education for children under the age of six. We are a child safe company with a vision to provide our students with an early learning experience that prepares them, not only for school, but for life.

With 70+ centres across Australia, Montessori Academy provides excellent career development options, fantastic training and development programs, and a real chance to learn and grow. For us, excellence in education is a journey, and we're with you every step of the way.

Responsibilities

- Food preparation for morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and late afternoon snack
- Safe food handling for allergic/anaphylactic children
- Meal plating and service and taking to classrooms
- Kitchen cleaning and dishwashingCleaning of office, staffroom, foyer and other areas if needed
- Cutting of varied meats
- Food safety and hygiene procedures
- Positively promote and market the centre to families and the community
- Be an advocate of the Montessori Method to parents and potential clients




- Respect and support colleagues by developing positive and ethical channels of communication that are based on principles of mutual respect, equity and fairness
- Attend meetings as requested
- Become familiar with Montessori Academy Policies and Procedures

Key Competencies
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Current Working with Children Check
- First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain one
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a team environment
- Strong understanding of the importance of family communications
- Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and National Quality Standard
- Commitment to the holistic development of their class

Staff Benefits
- Generous staff discounts on childcare and large retailers
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- On-site parking
- Access to wellbeing programs (EAP)
- Solid focus on work-life-balance
- Great company culture that is fun, professional, and supportive of all team members

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📌 Childcare Chef | Elizabeth Park (Paradise)
🏢 Montessori Academy Childcare Centres
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