Childcare Cook

Are you a passionate cook with a love for children and a desire to be more involved in early education?
Do you enjoy creating nutritious meals and want to support children's development through engaging cooking experiences?

At Charming Cherubs Early Learning Centre – Mulgrave, we value warm, community-minded individuals who are passionate about food, education, and making a meaningful impact. As a family-owned and operated centre licensed for just 28 children (aged 0–6), we pride ourselves on creating a calm, nurturing, and professional environment for both educators and families.

Why Join Us?

• 50% Educator Discount on long day care fees for your enrolled children
• Above Award Rates of pay
• Supportive Work Environment – small team, strong culture
• Flexible Hours & Conditions
• Professional Development & Training Opportunities
• Career Progression – become a qualified educator while doing what you love

About the Role

We are seeking a Centre Cook who also supports in the classroom. This is a unique hybrid role perfect for someone who enjoys cooking and working with children. You'll be responsible for planning and preparing healthy, allergy-aware meals for children aged 0–6, and also support our team by covering educator breaks and running fun, educational cooking experiences with the children.

Our licensed kitchen is well-equipped and centrally located in the centre, making it easy for you to interact with both educators and families daily.

Your Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea in line with dietary and allergy requirements
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards and ensure compliance with all regulations
• Order and manage kitchen stock
• Support educators during breaks across both rooms (0–3 and 3–6 age groups)
• Lead occasional cooking experiences and food-related learning with children
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the team
• Ensure the kitchen and food prep areas remain clean, safe, and inviting

Who You Are

• Hold or are willing to obtain a Cert III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Have previous experience working in a kitchen or cooking for children
• Hold a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willing to obtain)
• Bright, energetic, and proactive with strong time management skills
• Genuinely love children and are open to growing your role in early learning
• Hold or are willing to obtain First Aid, Anaphylaxis, and CPR certificates
• A collaborative team member who values quality care and education

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $27.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare assistance
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Physical Setting:

• Early childhood centre

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 09/06/2025