Relief Childcare Cook Sparrow Early LearningOn-call Casual Position for various ServicesWe are looking for someone who:Values the importance of children's health and nutritionHas a vibrant energy and is an uplifting team player.Is looking for a fun and meaningful career.About the Role:As a Relief Cook you will be on call to support our team of permanent Cooks. You will be required to travel between our local services when our permanent cooks are on leave. You will plan and prepare, in consultation with the Service Manager, a menu for all children which is nutritional, well balanced and suited to the dietary needs of the children. Our menus incorporate a variety of cultural backgrounds and are reflective of nutritional and allergy guidelines, allowing young bodies to thrive both mentally and physically.We are looking for a Cook to be on call for the following Services:Sparrow Early Learning BunyipSparrow Early Learning DrouinSparrow Early Learning Grant StreetSparrow Early Learning Waterford RiseWhat you'll need:Food Handling Certificate and Food Supervisor CertificatePrevious experience as a Childcare CookCertificate III in CookeryCurrent & Valid Working with Children CheckFirst Aid and CPR certificates including Asthma and Anaphylaxis trainingExperience in Menu planning, budgeting, stock ordering & controlExperience in dietary and allergy safe requirements.The Sparrow Benefits:Competitive Above Award Wages and rewarding Bonus ProgramsAdditional Allowances for those with increased responsibilitiesPriority Access to Childcare and up to 95% Childcare Discount for Team MembersComprehensive Leave Entitlements - including Birthday Leave"Learn while you Earn" - paid CIII & Diploma Traineeship ProgramGenerous Employee Referral ProgramsTenure Achievement rewardsYour Safe Sleep & Child Protection training is on usCareer progression opportunities & mentorshipAccess to Sparrows Online Learning Studio for Inductions & Professional DevelopmentProfessional Uniforms ProvidedOutstanding Effort Recognition - Monthly State and Service AwardsTransfer opportunities within the Sparrow Nest T&C apply to all Sparrow benefitsWhen joining Sparrow, you will become part of the family. We nurture a thoughtful, collaborative, and inclusive culture where everybody feels valued.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.At Sparrow, we are an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment.