Overview
Role: Centre Cook
Centre: Goodstart Carrum Downs – Arcadia Street
Employment Type: Permanent Part time (25 hours per week)
Pay: $29.94 - $33.83 per hour
Responsibilities
* Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children
* Best practice: use creativity and organisational skills to plan the menu and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre Director
* Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals to account for special dietary requirements and allergies
* Maintain high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienic
About Goodstart Carrum Downs – Arcadia Street
* Centre rated exceeding by ACECQA twice in a row
* 56 place centre, where you'll feel part of the family
* Multicultural team who pride themselves on their inclusive culture at the centre
* Quiet residential area, close to public transport links and some parking available
* Join a collaborative team that values professional growth and teamwork in a welcoming environment
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
* Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
* 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 or experience cooking within a childcare setting
* Current Vic Working with Children Check
How To Apply
Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application. We review applications as they are submitted and encourage you to apply as soon as possible for the best chance to progress to the next stage.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Questions
Have a question? Contact Ange Cummings from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via 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 committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel belonging and connection.
Safety is our priority and we will take action to ensure all children can feel safe and be safe, 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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