Centre Cook: Nutritious Meals for Little Minds

HARMONY EARLY EDUCATION PTY LTD; Queensland; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% childcare discount

Referral bonuses

Retention payment on top of Award

Harmony Academy learning platform

Wellness support and team events

Job summary

Harmony Ripley is seeking an enthusiastic Centre Cook to create nutritious, seasonal meals that support children’s growth and wellbeing. You will maintain a clean, well-organised kitchen and manage supplies to ensure smooth operations in a busy early education centre.

You will work closely with educators to accommodate dietary needs and allergies, contribute to mealtime routines, and occasionally cater staff events.

Qualifications

• A current Food Safety Handling Certificate.
• Completion of all required National Child Safety Training via Geccko, with current certificates of completion
• Strong knowledge of dietary requirements, allergy management, and safe food practices.
• Practical understanding of food budgeting, menu planning, and managing kitchen resources efficiently.
• Previous cooking experience in an early childhood setting is desirable, but not essential.
• A genuine commitment to supporting children’s growth, development, and wellbeing through nutritious and enjoyable meals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare nutritious, seasonal meals and snacks that support children’s growth, development, and wellbeing.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic, and well-organised kitchen environment while ensuring supplies are well stocked.
• Order ingredients, manage inventory, and monitor stock levels to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with educators to understand and accommodate children’s dietary requirements, allergies, and preferences.
• Support the centre’s mealtime routines and assist educators where needed to create a positive dining experience for children.
• Prepare occasional cooking and baking for staff celebrations, family events, and centre activities.
• Be open to expanding knowledge of nutrition across different age groups, with a focus on infant nutrition and feeding needs.

Skills

Food safety handling

National Child Safety Training

Dietary requirements knowledge

Budgeting & menu planning

Early childhood cooking experience

Commitment to child wellbeing

Job description

Harmony Ripley is seeking an enthusiastic Centre Cook to create nutritious, seasonal meals that support children’s growth and wellbeing. You will maintain a clean, well-organised kitchen and manage supplies to ensure smooth operations in a busy early education centre.

You will work closely with educators to accommodate dietary needs and allergies, contribute to mealtime routines, and occasionally cater staff events.