At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage kitchen operations and prepare nutritious meals for young children.
- Company: Randstad Education, a leader in flexible work opportunities.
- Benefits: Total flexibility, on-demand pay, exclusive discounts, and dedicated support.
- Other info: Fast-track your application with the myRandstad app for quick shifts.
- Why this job: Enjoy a balanced work-life while making a positive impact on children's nutrition.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and experience in kitchens required.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
Looking for a better work-life balance in the kitchen? Randstad Education is seeking qualified culinary professionals for flexible, rewarding casual roles across Melbourne's Early Childhood sector in Braybrook.
Why Work With Randstad?
- Total Flexibility: Take full control of your schedule. Choose when, where, and how often you work using the intuitive myRandstad app.
- On-Demand Pay: Access your earned wages before the standard pay cycle ends with instant daily pay options.
- Perks & Discounts: Save on everyday expenses with exclusive discounts on groceries, fuel, food delivery, and entertainment.
- Dedicated Support: Work alongside a supportive Talent Partner team that respects your experience and values your contribution.
The Role
We need confident, experienced cooks who can step into a kitchen, take operational control, and manage daily service with ease.
Key Responsibilities:
- Independent Kitchen Management: Run daily operations, manage workflow, prep, and clean-down with full autonomy.
- Nutritious Meals: Prepare up to 3 fresh, wholesome, and appetising meals per day for young children.
- Dietary & Allergen Management: Confidently navigate dietary requirements, allergen matrixes, and cultural preferences.
- Safety & Compliance: Maintain top-tier hygiene, food safety standards, and accurate kitchen logs.
What You Need to Succeed
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) with proven experience in commercial, hospitality, or institutional kitchens.
- Food Safety: Valid Safe Food Handling Certificate or Food Safety Supervisor qualification.
- Child Safety: Completed Child Protection & Foundations of Child Safety Training (free online training provided upon joining).
- Compliance & Availability: Valid Working with Children Check, valid Australian work rights, and availability for at least 2 shifts per week across Melbourne.
Ready to Get Started?
Skip the hassle and lock in your shifts today! Fast-Track: Download the myRandstad app via the App Store or Google Play to submit your application in minutes. Direct Apply: Click APPLY to upload your resume directly to our recruitment team. We aim to be the easiest agency to work with - apply today and expect a prompt response from our team!
Randstad Education is strictly committed to child safety and enforces a zero-tolerance policy toward child abuse and neglect.
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