Centre Cook

GoodstartMelrose Park, IL
$35Onsite

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. Seeking an experienced Cook/Chef to create wholesome, delicious meals that support every child's health and development. This is a perfect part-time role, Monday - Friday, with no weekends or late nights, allowing for work/life balance and family time. Goodstart Melrose Park is a well-established centre with a homely feeling.

Requirements

  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
  • Current SA Working with Children Check
  • Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals to account for special dietary requirements and allergies
  • Use 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

  • 50% discount off your childcare gap fees
  • At least 5% above award pay rates
  • 50% discount off your childcare gap fees
  • 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
  • Employee referral program
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