Centre Cook

Goodstart Early Learning; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 43,201 - 48,822; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay above award

50% childcare gap fee discount

Fitness Passport access

Paid professional development

Two wellbeing days per year

Free annual flu shot

Option to purchase extra leave

First Nations Support and Cultural Le​

Retail discounts on insurance, travel,

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Goodstart Mount Pleasant in Mount Pleasant, QLD is seeking a Centre Cook. This part-time role (12.3 hours/week) involves preparing nutritious meals for children, considering special dietary needs, and ordering supplies in collaboration with the Centre Director.

The position offers above-award pay, 50% childcare gap fee discount, and various staff benefits. You’ll contribute to a warm, community-focused early learning setting.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or childcare cooking experience.
• Current QLD Working with Children Check.
• National Child Safety Foundation Training completed via Geccko.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals that meet dietary requirements and allergies.
• Plan menus and order supplies in consultation with Centre Director.
• Maintain food safety, storage and hygienic preparation practices.
• Work a part-time roster of 12.3 hours per week, 9am–11:30am.

Skills

Current QLD Working with ChildrenCheck

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

National Child Safety Foundation Trng

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Role: Centre Cook

Location: Mount Pleasant, QLD

Centre: Goodstart Mount Pleasant

Employment Type: Part Time - 12.3 hours per week

Pay: $31.36 - $35.44 per hr

• 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

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 allergies
• Use your 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
• Work a part time roster of 12.3 hours per week, 9am – 11:30am

About Goodstart Mount Pleasant

• Be part of a long-standing, supportive team with many educators having 5+ years of service.
• Prepare nutritious, fresh meals for children in a warm, community-focused early learning centre.
• Enjoy a unique workplace featuring a centre support dog, chickens, fish and a budgie.

WhatGoodstart 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 QLD Working with Children Check
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform

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 [e-mail]

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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

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