About This Role
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Play a vital part in creating nutritious menus that foster healthy eating habits in children.
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This role is an excellent opportunity to utilize your culinary skills and passion for cooking to make a positive impact on the lives of young minds.
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* You will have access to a national network of centre cooks who share recipes, ideas, and tips regularly.
* Our centre encourages you to utilize the amazing Feed Australia program, which enables cooks to plan, budget, and access healthy menus that support children's growth and development.
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Your Responsibilities
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As our ideal candidate, you will be responsible for:
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* Preparing, implementing, and evaluating the nutritional content of menus for children of all ages.
* Experienced in bulk meal preparation, online ordering, stock management, and budget control.
* Able to cater for individual child requirements, including allergies, specific dietary needs, and strict compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
* Keen to participate in early educational opportunities by sharing lessons and family events with children.
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Requirements
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To be successful in this role, you will need:
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* Current Food Safety and Handlers (Health and Community) Certificate.
* Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent (desirable).
* Experience working in an early childhood setting.
* Reliable transport to and from our centre.
* Current first aid certificate, including asthma and anaphylactic training, and resuscitation certificate.
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Benefits
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Working with us offers numerous benefits, including:
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* A permanent position with one of Australia's largest childcare groups.
* 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day.
* 30% discount on 12-month membership with Goodlife or Fitness First.
* Access to leadership and management courses through our Affinity Learning Academy.
* Pedagogical support from experienced advisors.
* Dedicated centre support office to help meet business goals.
* Career progression opportunities to work towards a management role.
* Scholarships for Masters in Early Childhood Education.
* Wellbeing initiatives with partner organizations.
* Partner discounts with over 100 retailers.
* Insurance benefits.
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We are committed to responding to every applicant.
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