Chef - Centre Cook

4 weeks ago


Blackmans Bay, Tasmania, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time

Role: Centre Cook

Location: Blackmans Bay

Centre: Goodstart Blackmans Bay

Employment Type: Part Time (30hrs per week)

Pay: $25.25 - $28.62 per hr

  • Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children
  • Competitive pay – at least 5% above award
  • Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees


As a Cook at Goodstart, you'll create delicious, healthy meals that fuel young minds and bodies, becoming a cherished part of our community. Your passion for food and commitment to quality will play a crucial role in shaping the daily experiences of the children in our care.

In this role, you will:

  • Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals to account for special dietary requirements and allergies
  • Use your creativity and organisational skills to plan the menu and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre Director
  • Maintain high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienic
  • Work a part time roster of 30 hours per week, 8am – 2pm

About Goodstart Blackmans Bay:

  • Utilize your culinary skills to create nutritious and delicious meals that cater to children's tastes, helping to instill healthy eating habits from a young age.
  • Work in a well-equipped kitchen designed for safety and efficiency, allowing you to focus on preparing fresh meals in a supportive and organized setting.
  • Take advantage of fresh, local produce and natural resources to enhance your cooking and create exciting menus.
  • Join a team where your contributions in the kitchen are valued and directly support children's learning and wellbeing.

What Goodstart can offer you:

  • We pay highly competitive wages, at least 5% above the national award rates
  • 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
  • Paid professional development
  • Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
  • Free annual flu shot (optional)
  • Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
  • First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
  • Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
  • Uniform allowance and employee referral program

You'll need:

  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
  • Current TAS Working with Children Check
  • Experience working as a Child care cook is ideal but not necessary

How to apply

Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application. We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Have a question?Contact Shelby from our Talent Acquisition Team on (07) 3918 2035 or via email sbridgeman@goodstart.org.au

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.

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