Job Description

The Nutritional Specialist operates and manages all kitchen related aspects of the Early Learning Facility.Responsibilities Provide healthy meals. Safe and clean work environment for the preparation and implementation of 2 snacks and a lunch daily for 90 children and 20 staff. Prepares "from scratch" foods. Ensures food is not wasted, adapts the amount to make and uses up food that may go to waste. Ensures there is enough food children/staff to eat. Aware of special diets, allergies etc., preps accordingly and offers alternative provided by parent/guardian. Practices sensible and practical food preparation. Food is handled with respect, proper preparation practiced.Health and Safety Dishes are cleaned according to OHS. Watches for cross contamination. Ensures kitchen is safe from hazards, reports concern to SS. Maintains a clean, attractive, and safe work environment. Observes the environment, makes changes right away, anticipates concerns. Maintains sanitary and safe practices in food preparation and service. Ensures kitchen is tidy and organized at the end of each day. Equipment and procedures for cleaning dishes and utensils are sanitary and safe.Professionalism Models healthy habits for children and staff. Displays good time management skills: planning, meal prep, and cleaning. Punctual and ready for work. Professionally manages conflict with peers.Qualifications Safe food handling/food safety course Experience cooking for large groupsCriminal Record Check with vulnerable sector search.First Aid and CPR- assetJob Type: CasualSalary: $15.19-$18.63 per hourSchedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Regular cleaning and sanitation is completed. Staff can wear masks if they choose to.