Centre Cook

Goodstart Corporate

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. About Goodstart Bentleigh East – South Road Love cooking nourishing meals that make a real difference? Goodstart Bentleigh East – South Road is looking for a passionate Centre Cook to be the heart of our kitchen. Located on Boonwurrung country, our welcoming, community-focused centre supports around 60 children each day, providing freshly prepared, nutritious meals that help fuel learning, play and growth. As our Centre Cook, you’ll plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals and snacks in line with Goodstart’s nutrition guidelines, catering for allergies and individual dietary needs. If you ’ re proud of your cooking, enjoy working in a child ‑ focused environment, and want your food to be genuinely appreciated by little faces every day, we’d love to hear from you!

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
Work a part time roster of 30 hours per week , starting from 8:30am

Benefits

Competitive pay – at least 5% above award
50% discount off your childcare gap fees
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 and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technology
Uniform allowance and employee referral program