Centre Cook (Part-Time) — Healthy, Kid-Focused Meals

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

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Childcare discount

Fitness Passport

Professional development

Parental leave

Job summary

Goodstart Canning Vale Batman Road is seeking a Centre Cook to prepare delicious, healthy meals for children in a 85-place Exceeding-rated centre. You will plan menus, order supplies, and ensure food safety while accommodating dietary needs.

The role is 27.5 hours per week, 8am–2pm, with competitive pay and staff benefits. Joining Goodstart means being part of a supportive team, with opportunities for professional development and beneficial staff perks.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is required or equivalent childcare cooking experience.
• Current WA Working with Children Check is mandatory.
• Completion of National Child Safety Foundation Training via Geccko platform is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals safely, accounting for dietary requirements and allergies.
• Plan menus and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre Director.
• Maintain high food safety standards in storage, handling and prep.
• Work a part-time roster of 27.5 hours per week, 8am–2pm.

Skills

Menu planning

Food safety

Stock management

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

WA Working with Children Check

National Child Safety Training (Geccko)

Job description

Goodstart Canning Vale Batman Road is seeking a Centre Cook to prepare delicious, healthy meals for children in a 85-place Exceeding-rated centre. You will plan menus, order supplies, and ensure food safety while accommodating dietary needs.

The role is 27.5 hours per week, 8am–2pm, with competitive pay and staff benefits. Joining Goodstart means being part of a supportive team, with opportunities for professional development and beneficial staff perks.