Role: Centre Cook
Location: Wendouree, VIC 3355
Centre: Goodstart Wendouree
Employment Type: Full Time
Pay: $29.94 - $33.83
Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian childrenCompetitive 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 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 hygienicFix term Maternity leave contract
About Goodstart Wendouree
Exceeding the NQS – so you know we're above the standardA warm, welcoming environment where every child feels safeLow staff turnover – many educators with 10-23 years of service!Small centre with a warm and genuine home-from-home feelBush Kindy, wildlife park visits and regular local excursionsWeekly soccer and fun incursions: African drumming, pet educationFunded kindergarten program led by experienced bachelor's and master's degree-qualified teachersConvenient location with off-street parking near schools and medical services
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 leaveFitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted pricePaid 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 balance First Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail discounts on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral program
You'll Need
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare settingCurrent VIC Working with Children Check
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.
Have a question? Contact Bianca Pomery from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email
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 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.
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