Casual Childcare Cook
9 hours ago
Job description
Found in 1998 in the heart of Sydney, Australia, MindChamps International Preschool & Early Learning ("MindChamps") is a pathbreaking Preschool and early childhood education with 86 centres operating globally in Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia and Myanmar.
We are currently seeking an experienced Childcare Cook to join our supportive team on a casual basis.
Casual Cook Opportunities Available in Sydney locations:
South Coast: Shellharbour, Albion Park
West Region: Kemps Creek, West Hoxton, Ropes Crossing, Penrith, Parramatta
Metro: Broadway, Mascot, Hurstville
North Sydney: Lane Cove, Frenchs Forest, Eastwood, Hornsby, Cherrybrook, Warriewood, Wheeler Heights
As a Childcare Cook, your core responsibilities will include the following:
- Comply with all relevant legislation, early childhood regulations, policies, procedures, and work guidelines.
- Prepare and cook nutritious meals that are culturally appropriate for children 0-6 years.
- Provide for/or supplement alternative foods/beverages for children with allergies or special food/dietary requirements.
- Prepare weekly stock take and ordering.
- Maintain and ensure a high level of cleanliness and hygiene such as cleaning and washing.
- Ensure all meals and snacks are ready by the time specified by the Director.
What we are looking for:
- Previous experience working as a Chef or Cook
- Previous experience in cooking for in an Aged Care, Hospital or Childcare set up (desirable)
- Relevant Commercial Cookery/Hospitality qualifications (preferred)
- A current Working with Children Check
- Food Handling and Safety Supervisory Certificate
- Basic understanding of allergies, dietary requirements, and Nutrition
- Experience in preparing and cooking nutritiously balanced meals in bulk quantities
Why work for MindChamps?
MindChamps is revolutionizing the Early Education sector around the world. Join us and we can offer you:
- Competitive salary with a total rewards package that includes 75% off childcare gap fees (conditions apply)***
- Comprehensive support from a dedicated management support team
- Global career opportunity with centres spread across 6 countries in the Asia Pacific
- Internal career development opportunities – including cross-function or cross-centre deployment
- Complimentary birthday movie ticket
- Quarterly recognition and rewards scheme
- Upskill and further your qualification through our RTO, MindChamps Academy which offers Cert 3 and Diploma courses in Early Childcare Education
- Employee Assistance Program
If you are looking to develop your career in a global early childcare organisation, apply now
For more information about MindChamps, please visit
Job Type: Casual
Pay: From $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare assistance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a qualification in Cookery or Hospitality?
- Which locations are you open to for casual shifts?
Experience:
- Cooking: 2 years (Preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Working with Children Check (Preferred)
- Food Safety Supervisors Certificate (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
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