At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious, healthy meals for children and plan menus with creativity.
- Company: Goodstart, a community-focused childcare provider.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, 50% discount on childcare fees, and wellness perks.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with strong commitment to Reconciliation and safety.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's nutrition and well-being.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or relevant childcare cooking experience.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children.
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:
- 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.
- Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price.
- Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year.
- Free annual flu shot (optional).
- Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balance.
- 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 Victoria Working with Children Check.
- Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. 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. 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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.
Centre Cook in Seymour employer: Goodstart Early Learning Ltd
Goodstart Early Learning Ltd offers a nurturing work environment with a strong focus on professional growth and development. Employees benefit from competitive pay rates, including at least 5% above the award, and enjoy perks such as a 50% discount on childcare fees and paid parental leave. The company is dedicated to creating exceptional learning programs and values inclusivity and safety for all children.
Contact Details:
Goodstart Early Learning Ltd Recruitment Team
