Childcare Centre Cook: Nutritious Meals + Flexible Hours

Jenny's ELC; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay rate

Professional development and career"

Paid day off for your birthday

Supportive workplace

Flexible work conditions

Extensive support from Early Childhood

Job summary

Jenny's ELC in Ballarat, VIC, is seeking a dedicated Childcare Centre Cook to nourish our children with delightful, nutritious meals. You will work in a standalone kitchen, following seasonal menus and contributing your own creative twists to keep meals appealing.

The role requires a warm, organized individual with food safety knowledge, the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, and a current Working With Children Check. Training and development are supported.

Qualifications

• Warm, friendly personality and strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Awareness and/or experience with allergen requirements.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team.
• Current Working With Children Check is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children.
• Work in a standalone kitchen following seasonal menus and contribute creative twists.
• Ensure allergen requirements are observed and food safety practices followed.
• Collaborate with Early Childhood staff to support mealtime routines.

Skills

Warm and friendly personality

Organisational and time management

Allergen awareness/experience

Autonomy and teamwork

Working With Children Check

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Jenny's ELC in Ballarat, VIC, is seeking a dedicated Childcare Centre Cook to nourish our children with delightful, nutritious meals. You will work in a standalone kitchen, following seasonal menus and contributing your own creative twists to keep meals appealing.

The role requires a warm, organized individual with food safety knowledge, the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, and a current Working With Children Check. Training and development are supported.