Role: Centre CookLocation: 969 Port Rd, Cheltenham SA 5014Centre: Goodstart Early Learning Port Road CheltenhamEmployment Type: PPT | 32.5 Hours Per Week | Mon - FriPay: $28.68 - $32.43 p/hDelight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian childrenCompetitive pay – at least 5% above awardGet 50% discount off your childcare gap feesAs 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 allergiesUse your creativity and organisational skills to plan the menu and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre DirectorMaintain high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienicAbout Goodstart Port Road - Cheltenham:Opening in 2018., our newly constructed 112 plcae centre features six separate, naturally inspired learning spaces,Seeking an exprienced cook for 32.5 hours per week, Mon - Fri | Experience in similar role highly regardedOur onsite kitchen with child-height servery allows our centre cook to serve and interact with our children and engage in cooking and preparing meals.What Goodstart can offer you:We pay highly competitive wages, at least 5% above the national award rates50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leavePaid professional developmentTwo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balanceFirst Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail discounts on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programYou’ll need:Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare settingCurrent SA Working with Children CheckWe 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 our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email jscanlon@goodstart.org,auSupporting 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: CHELTENHAM, ADELAIDE || SA || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time
