Childcare Cook

2 days ago

Stanwell Park, New South Wales, Australia Big Fat Smile Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Join our new Early Learning service opening January 2026

Working at Big Fat Smile, there's a lot to smile about. The trust you'll be given in exchange for your expertise. The joy you'll get from doing work you love with team members who are as invested as you. And the beautiful relationships you'll form with peers, children, and families – through shared experiences that are as rich as they are rewarding.

More than a job, this is an opportunity to make a child's world a better, brighter place. Get greater enjoyment from your work and make more of a difference in the lives of every child in our child-first organisation.

Big smiles and bigger opportunities

We're Big Fat Smile. A not-for-profit that plays a pivotal role in the lives of thousands of children and families across Australia. We're early education enthusiasts, with 40+ community preschools, long day care centres and fun clubs, and a variety of community and inclusion programs. Each one dedicated to giving every child the best start in life. And each well-respected for the work it does.

Due to our size, there are big opportunities for those who want to go further. You'll find meaningful career paths with lots of promotions across our centres. And because professional learning and growth is at the heart of everything we do, you'll have the support and knowledge to succeed.

Right now, we're looking for a Cook for our new Stanwell Park Early Learning opening in January 2026. Our 38-place long day care service will provide high-quality education and care for children from birth to five years, operating Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:30pm.

Designed with beautiful, brand new furniture, the centre will provide meaningful learning experiences within the service, whilst our regular excursions to local cafés, beach and bushland will foster a strong connection to community for children, staff and families.

As the Cook, you will prepare healthy, yummy food for children aged 0-5. You'll have the freedom to adapt a menu that caters to the children's pallets while considering healthy food guidelines.

This is a part-time position working Monday to Friday - 27 hours per week.

A supportive and safe workplace

When the going gets tough (as it sometimes does in this sector), you will find teammates and leaders have your back. There's a real in-it-together feeling here thanks to a safe and supportive environment, and well-established policies and processes that outline exactly what's expected and needed in any situation. Everyone's in it together, making it easier for you to thrive.

What your work will involve

  • Plan a menu that support the health and well-being of children aged 0-5
  • Prepare nutritious, yummy and age-appropriate meals
  • Ordering and purchasing menu items

What you need to succeed

A current Working with Children Check (this is needed for anyone who works or volunteers in child-related work in NSW)

  • Relevant Qualifications in Menu Planning (or willing to obtain)
  • Hold a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate or be willing to obtain one with our support
  • Commitment to making sure the children in our care are safe and healthy
  • Dedication to improving the lives and minds of children, families, and the community
  • A fun-loving attitude and big smile

There are lots of reasons why a role with us is rewarding

  • You will feel supported by a Total Well-being Platform that gives you access to self-assessments, articles, toolkits, podcasts, perks and savings, and other resources.
  • We are proud to be passing on the Early Childhood Education and Care Worker Retention Payment to eligible educators. Join us to experience the rewards of at least 15% above award pay.
  • You will have the financial peace of mind with 60% discount on out-of-pocket fees for any of our early learning and care and out of school hours care services.
  • You can save money with our benefits platform with meaningful discounts from over 500 retailers on everyday purchases, including groceries, cinema tickets, clothing, homewares, tech, gym membership and more.
  • You can focus on what matters most because you have support from head office specialists and expertise, such as inclusion professionals and pedagogy and practice.

How to apply

Please send us:

  • A copy of your resume
  • A brief cover letter that outlines why you are a good fit for the role

Join us and you'll be smiling too, when you make more of a difference.

Safeguarding children is embedded in all we do. Through our Child Safe Framework and Values, we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children entrusted to our care.

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