Pay
$36.23 per hour - $40.93 per hour
Why this role
* 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
Job Overview
As a Cook at Goodstart, you will create delicious, healthy meals that fuel young minds and bodies. Your passion for food and commitment to quality will play a crucial role in shaping the daily experiences of the children in our care.
Responsibilities
* Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals that 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
* Prime location – Nestled in a quiet, leafy residential area near Banyule Primary School
* Easy access – minutes walk to bus stop and train station
* Free onsite parking available for staff
* Supportive and fun team with collaborative leadership
* 100-place centre with dedicated learning spaces, outdoor areas and staff rooms
* Experienced leadership team with over 18 years of industry experience
* Diverse and inclusive culture that values collaboration and celebrates cultural moments
* Our vision: "Create a safe, inclusive and fun environment for families, children and educators. We are committed to providing a nurturing space where every child can learn, grow and thrive."
What Goodstart Can Offer You
* Highly competitive wages, at least 5% above national award rates
* 50% discount on childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
* Fitness passport – access to gyms and pools at a heavily discounted price for you and your family
* Two wellbeing days included in personal leave per year
* Free annual flu shot (optional)
* Option to purchase extra leave for greater work‐life balance
* First Nations support and cultural leave
* Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
* Uniform allowance and employee referral program
Qualifications
* Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience cooking within a childcare setting
* Current Victoria Working with Children Check
EEO Statement
We'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. All candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
For further information and support, email deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au.
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