Centre Cook

5 days ago


Cairns, Australia Harmony Early Education Full time

Overview

Casual Float Centre Cook for our Yarrabilba centres

More than a kitchen job. Nourish young minds. Create with purpose. Work where food makes a difference.

Why Harmony?

At Harmony Early Education, we see children as confident, capable individuals and proud members of our learning community. Our centres are calm, welcoming spaces filled with curiosity, wonder, and beautifully designed environments including our kitchens.

Our food program is anything but ordinary. It is central to how we nurture, educate, and build lifelong healthy habits in children. We believe what kids eat matters and so does how it is prepared.

Why You Will Love It Here

- 75% off childcare fees
- Up to $3,000 through referral programs
- Discounts with over 500 major retailers
- Work in a state-of-the-art centre with a purpose-built kitchen
- Access professional development via Harmony Academy and online learning
- No weekends or night shifts – work 6:00am to 2:30pm
- Fun, connected team culture with regular events
- Wellness programs to support your whole self

Your Role

As a Centre Cook, you will play a key role in creating a nurturing, healthy environment through food. You will:

- Plan and prepare nutritious, seasonal meals and snacks
- Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked kitchen
- Order supplies and manage inventory
- Communicate with educators to meet dietary needs
- Support the centre’s mealtime routines and assist where needed
- Be open to learning more about nutrition for different age groups, especially infants

Why Yarrabilba

Harmony Yarrabilba Drive is a 105-place centre in the heart of the thriving Yarrabilba community. With dedicated activity rooms and a spacious outdoor play area, it’s the perfect place for children to grow. Well-connected to Logan and Brisbane, Yarrabilba offers easy commuting and a family-friendly vibe, with plenty of parks, playgrounds, and nature trails. All at an affordable cost of living.

Why Yarrabilba

Harmony Yarrabilba is a 190-place centre in the heart of a rapidly growing community, offering care for children from birth to five. Surrounded by parks, playgrounds, and nature trails, it’s perfectly connected to Logan and Brisbane, offering convenience and an affordable lifestyle just outside the city.

About You

You are passionate about creating food with purpose and care.

You will have:

- A Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Working with Children Blue Card
- Strong knowledge of dietary requirements and allergy management
- A practical understanding of food budgeting and planning
- Cooking experience in early childhood settings is essential
- A commitment to supporting children’s growth, development, and wellbeing through food
- Ability to support special events within the centres
- Experience completing all food safety program documentation

Ready to Join Us?

Click Apply now.

Learn more at www.harmonylearning.com.au

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