08th October, 2025

Join Our Team as Centre Chef at Explorers Surrey Hills! 

Are you passionate about creating delicious, nourishing meals that fuel young minds and active bodies? We're looking for a casual Centre Chef at Explorers Surrey Hills and become an essential part of our mission to inspire growth, learning, and joy for our little adventurers! 

Your Role: A Recipe for Success 

As a Casual Centre Chef, you'll bring flavour and care every day by: 

• Preparing fresh, seasonal, and nutritious meals that children love.
• Catering for dietary requirements, allergies, and intolerances with safe and tasty alternatives.
• Maintaining a clean, organised kitchen that meets food safety standards.
• Managing your time efficiently and working independently when needed.
• Contributing to a positive and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us 

At Explorers, we’re not just about great meals—we’re about great people. Here’s what’s on the menu for you: 

• Convenient on-site parking. 
• A supportive, vibrant team culture. 
• Exciting Culture Club events to celebrate and connect. 
• Recognition and rewards. 
• Complimentary first aid training and renewals*. 

We’re looking for a passionate chef who brings: 

• A qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent). 
• A Food Handler’s or Food Safety Supervisor certificate. 
• A valid Working with Children Check (Employee). 
• Experience in preparing meals for children with diverse dietary needs, including allergies and anaphylaxis. 
• Full Australian working rights (Visa/Passport). 
• Bonus points if you’ve worked in a childcare setting before! 

Bring your creativity, energy, and passion for good food to Explorers, where every meal is a chance to make a difference. Join us in nourishing the next generation of dreamers, doers, and thinkers! 

About Explorers:  

Explorers Early Learning is a family-owned and operated business with 20 childcare Centres across Melbourne. Our beautiful, purpose-built Centres and enriching learning environments reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional care and education.  

We strongly believe in nurturing the growth and potential of our team members, and we're dedicated to providing a clear career path for those who share our passion for early childhood education.  

Join our team and become a leader in the sector, delivering authentic Reggio Emilia-inspired, quality early education.  
Explorers 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.  

*T&Cs apply.  

Apply today and start cooking up a future full of possibilities!