Centre Cook

Melbourne, VIC Brighton, VIC
Permanent
Part-time

22 days ago

Role: Centre CookLocation: Brighton (Boonwurrung Land)Centre: Goodstart Brighton - Cochrane StreetEmployment Type: Permanent/Part Time

Delight little customers with big appetites - provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children
Competitive pay - at least 5% above award
Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees

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
Work a part time roster across the week - 22.5 hours

About Goodstart Goodstart Brighton - Cochrane Street:

Intimate 60-place centre, where you'll feel at home from day 1
Long standing team, some with 10+ years of service to Goodstart
Strong culture of inclusion in a friendly team who have built strong relationships both inside and outside of work

What Goodstart can offer you:

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

You'll need:

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
Current VIC Working with Children Check

How to applyClick 'Apply Now' and submit your application.We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.Have a question? Contact Melanie Symonds from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via emailSupporting our people and protecting our childrenWe'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. We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.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.YouTube video link:Posting Notes: BRIGHTON, MELBOURNE || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time

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