Centre Cook
About The Position
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. About Goodstart Dandenong - Heatherton Road: 90-place centre in a prime location, close to schools, shops, and local community hubs. Purpose-built featuring five thoughtfully designed learning rooms and a recently upgraded, shared outdoor space. Be part of a passionate, multicultural team that values inclusion, meaningful connections, and a shared commitment to every child’s development. Our families come from diverse backgrounds, and we honour their cultures through meaningful events like Diwali, Eid, and Vietnamese Mid-Autumn Festival.
Requirements
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
- Current VIC Working with Children Check
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Competitive pay – at least 5% above award
- Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees
- We pay 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
- Paid professional development
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
