Childcare Chef
1 month ago
Company Overview: Goodstart Early Learning is Australia's largest early learning provider. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, our mission is to improve the lives of Australian children and their families.
Salary: This part-time role offers a highly competitive hourly rate of up to $28.62, plus superannuation and benefits.
Job Description: As a Cook at Goodstart Eight Mile Plains, you will create delicious and healthy meals for young minds and bodies. Your passion for food and commitment to quality will play a crucial role in shaping the daily experiences of the children in our care.
Responsibilities:
- Support the health and wellbeing of children through planning and preparing nutritious food for morning tea and afternoon tea
- Lunch is delivered fresh and needs to be served and kept at safe temperatures
- Ensure the safety of children by accounting 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
Requirements:
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
- Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
What We Offer:
- 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
About Us: We're an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Safety is our top priority, and we take any necessary actions to ensure all children can feel safe and be safe.
