Centre Cook: Fresh Nutritious Meals for Kids

myschoolchildcare; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Supportive team environment

Make a difference in children's health

Job summary

My School Child Care & Kindergarten – Park Avenue, Rockhampton is seeking a Centre Cook to prepare and serve nutritious, home-style meals for children. You will create seasonal menus, cater to dietary requirements and work with educators and families to support children’s nutritional needs.

The role offers flexibility and a collaborative team environment, highlighting the importance of meals in daily learning and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Cooking knowledge and passion for preparing child-friendly meals.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and dietary requirements.
• Ability to tailor meals for allergies and individual needs.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh nutritious home-style meals for children.
• Create menus reflecting seasonal produce and children’s preferences.
• Cater for dietary requirements and allergies.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Collaborate with educators and families to support children’s nutritional needs.
• Bring creativity and variety to daily meals and snacks.
• Contribute to a positive and welcoming mealtime experience for children.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Dietary needs

Kitchen hygiene

Education

Blue Card

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

My School Child Care & Kindergarten – Park Avenue, Rockhampton is seeking a Centre Cook to prepare and serve nutritious, home-style meals for children. You will create seasonal menus, cater to dietary requirements and work with educators and families to support children’s nutritional needs.

The role offers flexibility and a collaborative team environment, highlighting the importance of meals in daily learning and wellbeing.