Role: Childcare Centre Cook
Location: Beresfield, NSW
Centre: Goodstart Beresfield
Employment Type: Fixed Term (Maternity Leave) / Part Time (27.5 hours per week)
Ongoing opportunities may be available at end of contract!
Pay: $27 - $32 per hour based on experience
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Delight little customers with big appetites
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
About Goodstart Beresfield
Our 69-place centre is in the local community of Beresfield in Newcastle, conveniently located on Milton Street, not far from the Beresfield train station.
At Goodstart Beresfield, we’re dedicated to providing a nurturing and educational environment for children aged 6 weeks to school age.
Apply now and come and join our amazing team!
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
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 highly regarded
Previous experience cooking in a childcare setting advantageous
Current NSW Working with Children Check
Certificate III or Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent highly advantageous
How To Apply
Click ‘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.
Questions?
Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email at jbrendel@goodstart.org.au
Supporting Our People and Protecting Our Children
We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstart 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.
Video Link
https://youtu.be/wm50t5tmoZg
Posting Notes: BERESFIELD, MAITLAND, NSW, Australia (AU). No Early Childhood Qualification required. Part-Time.
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