Childcare Cook

1 week ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Torres Strait Island Regional Council Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community?

What we offer:

  • Casual position, Argun Childcare
  • Based at Division 5, Badu
  • 19 hours per week, Monday - Friday
  • Uniforms provided

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 'outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

About the role:

You will be responsible for planning and preparing nutritionally balanced meals for children attending Council's Child Care Centre in accordance with the Nutrition Australia Guidelines and Queensland Health Get Up and Grow Guidelines.

About you:

  • Minimum one (1) year practical experience as a cook.
  • Working with children check (Blue Card) for paid employment.
  • Food Handling Certificiate highly desirable.
  • Level 2 Food Safety supervisor highly desirable.
  • Certificate III in Children's Services optional but not essential.
  • Current competency in an approved First Aid qualification, Anaphylaxis Management and Emergency Asthma Management training or willingness to undertake.
  • Genuine passion for providing high quality care and nutrition for children.

Applying:

Candidates will need to download the Position Description and submit a cover letter and an updated resume addressing how your knowledge, skills, experience, qualifications and personal attributes are most relevant to the position by Wednesday, 24 September 2025.

If you think you meet most, but not all, of the criteria we encourage you to still put in an application or call to discuss.

People from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, who may have questions or concerns about the recruitment process or working with Council are encouraged to reach out and will be put in contact with our People and Wellbeing Team.

For more information:

Contact Mary Gela, Manager Community Services on

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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