Food Preparation Specialist

1 day ago

Ballarat, Victoria, Australia beBeeCook Full time $45,000 - $65,000
Job Opportunity

Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children.

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.

Responsibilities
  • 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
Benefits Package
  • 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
Requirements
  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or food handling certificate
  • Current VIC Working with Children Check
Application Process

Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application. We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you have questions, contact the Talent Acquisition Team.

Keeping Our Community Safe

We're an equal opportunity employer and are committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We acknowledge the importance of reconciliation and belonging for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As a Child Safe Organisation, all candidates must have or obtain a valid Working with Children Check.

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