Casual Centre Cook

1 hour ago

Taylors Hill, Victoria, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time $80,000 - $104,000 per year

Role:
Casual Centre Cook

Location:
Sydenham - VIC

Centre:
Goodstart Sydenham

Employment Type:
Casual, shifts 7:30am-1:30pm

Pay:
$28.68-$32.43 p/h + Casual Loading

  • Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children
  • Competitive pay – at least 5% above award

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 high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienic

What Goodstart Can Offer You

  • We pay highly competitive wages, at least 5% above the national award rates
  • Free annual flu shot (optional)
  • First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
  • Retail 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 VIC 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.

Have a question? Contact Charlotte from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support 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 of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.

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Posting Notes: SYDENHAM, MELBOURNE || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Casual

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