Centre Cook

Goodstart Early Learning; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Mackay seeks a part-time cook to create nutritious meals for children while ensuring their dietary needs are met. The ideal candidate has a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and enjoys working in a child-friendly environment. Competitive pay and various benefits, including a childcare fee discount, are offered.

Benefits

50% discount off childcare gap fees

Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave

Access to gyms and pools at a discount

Uniform allowance

Employee referral programme

Qualifications

• Experience cooking within a childcare setting is preferred.
• Must hold a current QLD Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety by preparing meals considering dietary requirements.
• Plan the menu and order food supplies with the Centre Director.
• Maintain high food safety standards in storage and preparation.

Skills

Creativity

Organizational skills

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Location

46 Macalister Street, Mackay, 4740, QLD

Centre

Goodstart Mackay - Macalister Street

Employment Type

Part time, 25 hours/week

Pay

Up to $33.83 + Super + benefits

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.

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.

About Goodstart Mackay - Macalister Street

Inclusive Vision: “Where Every Child Belongs” – a welcoming, family-like environment for all.

Homely Setting: 75-place centre offering personalised care and learning.

Experienced Leadership: Centre Director with 16+ years of childcare expertise.

Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and upskilling opportunities.

Work-Life Balance: Rotating schedules designed for harmony and sustainability.

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.
• 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 programme.

You’ll need:

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting.
• Current QLD Working with Children Check.

How to apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit 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.

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We strongly support child safety and require all candidates to have or obtain a valid working with children check.

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