Centre Cook - Goodstart Early Learning

Goodstart Early Learning; Canberra; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay above award

Fitness Passport

Paid professional development

Free annual flu shot

First Nations Support and Cultural Let

Retail discounts on insurance, travel,

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

50% discount off childcare gap fees

Job summary

Goodstart Early Learning is seeking a Casual Centre Cook for Canberra (Kambah and surrounding centres). You will prepare healthy meals for children, catering to dietary needs, while ensuring top food safety standards.

The role involves menu planning in consultation with the Centre Director and occasional travel across the Canberra portfolio. Required are a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, the ACT Working with Children Check, and the National Child Safety Foundation Training via Geccko.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is required.
• Current ACT Working with Children Check is required.
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training via Geccko platform is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals with consideration for dietary requirements and allergies.
• Plan the menu and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre Director.
• Maintain high standards of food safety in storage, handling and preparation of meals and drinks.
• Travel to centres across the Goodstart Canberra Portfolio as needed.

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

ACT Working with Children Check

Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training (Geccko platform)

Job description

Company description:
Goodstart is Australia's largest early learning provider. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.
Job description: Role: Casual Centre Cook
Location: Canberra - ACT
Centre: Goodstart Kambah and surrounding centres
Employment Type: Casual
Pay: $35.44 p/h + Casual Loading

• 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
• Be available and able to travel to centres across Goodstart Canberra Portfolio

What Goodstart can offer you:

• We pay highly competitive wages, at least 5% above the national award rates
• Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
• Paid professional development
• Free annual flu shot (optional)
• 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
• Current ACT Working with Children Check
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform

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.

Have a question? Contact Angela from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543