Cook

6 days ago

Yarra Valley High Country, Australia G8 Education Limited Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Our Opportunity

Are you an experienced and passionate cook with a love for healthy, child-friendly meals? We are seeking a dedicated Childcare Cook to join our team and support the nutritional needs of the children in our care.

As a Childcare Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks for children ages 6 months to 5 years old. You will work closely with our Educators and the Centre Manager to plan menus that meet the dietary needs and preferences of the children.

Join us in creating nourishing experiences for the little ones while enjoying the support of a dedicated team in a delightful environment. Your culinary journey starts here

We are located in Healesville, at capacity our centre caters for up to 90 children with operating hours from 6:30am 6:30pm.

Our menus meet nutritional guidelines and are high-quality, allowing young bodies to thrive both mentally and physically. As part of the Team, you will feel appreciated, valued and enjoy a truly supportive and fun work environment.

For more information and photos, please visit our centre's website: Steel St Children's Centre

Your role

  • Plan and prepare daily meals and snacks that are healthy, varied, and appealing to young children
  • Ensure all food is stored, handled, and served safely, following all relevant food safety regulations
  • Ensure menus meet the dietary needs of the children, including any allergies or cultural requirements
  • Maintain a clean and organised kitchen, including managing food and equipment inventory
  • Collaborate with our Educators to support the overall health and well-being of the children

Our Benefits

With over 430 early learning centres nationwide, G8 Education has the resources to reward your dedication with generous benefits and opportunities to grow.

  • No weekend or late night working
  • Individual flexibility options to suit your needs – let us know what flexibility means to you
  • Access a 50% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
  • Exclusive access to G8's benefits platform, with discounts from 350+ retailers including hotels, health insurance, gym membership and more
  • Health and wellness program
  • Opportunities to advance your career within G8's network of 430 centres

Our Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience cooking in a licensed childcare centre or similar setting
  • Knowledge of child nutrition and food safety regulations
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development

  • Successful Applicants must hold

  • A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an ACECQA approved Early Childhood qualification and experience in a cook role

  • A current Working with Children's Check and First Aid
  • Completed or willing to complete Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
  • You will also share our commitment to bringing learning to life, inspiring the children in our care to reach their full potential.

If you are a skilled and compassionate cook who is dedicated to supporting the healthy growth and development of young children, we encourage you to apply now to this exciting opportunity.

G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.

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