
Casual Centre Cook
4 hours ago
Goodstart is Australia's largest early learning provider. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.
Role:Centre Cook
Location: 22a Regent Street, PRESTON, 3072, VIC
Centre: Goodstart Preston Regent Street
Employment Type: Casual across 5 days Monday to Friday
Pay: $ $ 37.05 Per Hour
- Delight little customers with big appetites - provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children
- Competitive pay - at least 5% above award
- 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.
In this role, you will:
- 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 a high standard of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling, and preparation of food and drinks is hygienic
- Work a part-time roster of 30 hours per week spread across 5 weekdays
About Goodstart Preston Regent Street:
- Established 99 place centre, situated in a prime location near High Street Preston and within walking distance of Regent Railway Station
- Our centre is a warm and friendly place where we provide children with a diverse range of cultural experiences and encourage an inclusive environment
- We have carefully designed and planned spaces to encourage a stronger understanding of the environment and sustainability and are visited monthly by sustainable program 'Lil Sprouts'
- You will be joining a long-standing team of highly qualified Educators who work well together
WhatGoodstart can offer you:
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 well-being days included in your personal leave
Option to purchase extra leave for an even greater work-life balance
Retail and childcare discounts on insurance, travel, and technology
Uniform allowance and employee referral program
You'll need:
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
- Current Victorian Working with Children Check
How to apply
Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application.
We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Have a question? Contact Metty from our Talent Acquisition partner on or via email
Supporting our people and protecting our children
We're an equal-opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
Safety is our priority, and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect, and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all our candidates must have or must have or must obtain a valid working with children check.
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