Casual - Early Education Centre Cook

We're recruiting a new team of casuals to support our Early Education Centres in a range of roles including educators, cooks, and cleaners.

Become part of our casual team, providing support across our 11 centres based in the Sutherland Shire.

Casual roles are ideal for those who want to choose when and how often they work. It's also ideal for those who need to fit in work around personal or family commitments.

Enjoy flexible hours, paid professional learning, the opportunity to work in different centre environments, and a sense of belonging with our talented and experienced teams.

You'll be joining an organisation that values quality early education, high standards, and a positive customer experience.

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking Early Education Centre Cooks to join our Early Education & Child Protection team on a casual basis. In this role, you'll play a vital role in planning and preparing nutritious, balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0–5 years. You'll work closely with the Early Childhood Director to create seasonal menus that meet Australian Dietary Guidelines, accommodate individual dietary needs, allergies and cultural preferences — all within budget. Maintaining food safety standards and keeping the kitchen clean, safe and organised will be part of your daily routine.

Your role will also support the children's learning environment by promoting positive mealtime experiences and encouraging independence during meals. As a valued team member, you'll build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues while contributing to nutrition education and ongoing centre improvements.

• Plan, prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children aged 0-5 years.
• Support positive and relaxed mealtime experiences that encourage children's independence.
• Communicate effectively with educators, families and team members about meals and nutrition.
• Ensure all food preparation and storage meets Australian Dietary Guidelines and food safety standards.

• NSW Working with Children Check.
• Food Handlers Certificate or willingness to complete on appointment.
• Experience preparing nutritious meals for young children, ideally in childcare or similar settings.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage budgets and stock supplies.

Join our Team and Grow with Us

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Monday 29th September 2025.
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of job closing.
• Package: $37 - $39 gross per hour plus 12% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Casual hours. Applicants must be able to work a range of shifts from 6am - 7pm.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Barbara Zahnd, Team Leader Workforce, for any job specific enquiries.

Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

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