Centre Cook

6 days ago

Hope Island, Queensland, Australia Harmony Early Education Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Centre Cook Hope Island – More Than a Kitchen Job.
Position available to cover maternity leave, with the potential for ongoing employment across our other centres.
Nourish young minds. Create with purpose. Work where food makes a difference.

Why Harmony?
At Harmony Early Education, we see children as confident, capable individuals and proud members of our learning community. Our centres are calm, welcoming spaces filled with curiosity, wonder, and beautifully designed environments, including our kitchens.

Our food program is anything but ordinary. It's central to how we nurture, educate, and build lifelong healthy habits in children. We believe what children eat matters and so does how it's prepared.

Why You Will Love It Here

  • 75% off childcare fees
  • Up to $3,000 through referral programs
  • Discounts with over 500 major retailers
  • Work in a state-of-the-art centre with a purpose-built kitchen
  • Access professional development via Harmony Academy and online learning
  • No weekends or night shifts – work 6:30am to 2:30pm
  • Fun, connected team culture with regular events
  • Wellness programs to support your whole self

Your Role
As Centre Cook, you will play a key role in creating a nurturing, healthy environment through food. You will:

  • Plan and prepare nutritious, seasonal meals and snacks
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked kitchen
  • Order supplies and manage inventory
  • Communicate with educators to meet dietary needs
  • Support the centre's mealtime routines and assist where needed
  • Be open to learning more about nutrition for different age groups, especially infants

Why Hope Island
Harmony Hope Island is a flagship 230-place centre in the heart of a vibrant waterfront community. With its own indoor sports centre and atelier, and surrounded by parks, paths, and stunning views, it's a place where children thrive—and well-being and work-life balance come naturally.

About You
You are passionate about creating food with purpose and care.

You Have

  • A Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or happy to obtain once employed)
  • Strong knowledge of dietary requirements and allergy management
  • A practical understanding of food budgeting and planning
  • Cooking experience in early childhood settings (desirable but not essential)
  • A commitment to supporting children's growth, development, and wellbeing through food

Ready to Join Us?
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