Childcare Cook: Nutritious Meals, Flexible Hours

G8 Education Limited; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider is looking for an experienced Cook to join their team in Newcastle-Maitland. You'll produce high-quality meals for up to 91 children daily and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment. This full-time position offers a competitive wage above award rates, weekly pay, and additional benefits like discounted childcare and opportunities for career advancement. Flexibility for work-life balance is highly valued. If you are passionate about nourishing young minds, apply now.

Benefits

15% Above Award wages

Weekly Pay

50% discount on childcare fees

Access to professional development

Counseling services through EAP

Uniforms provided

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience in menu planning, budgeting, stock ordering & control.
• Experience in dietary and allergy safe requirements.
• Proven ability to maintain a clean and safe kitchen.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability for set shift days and times Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality, nutritious meals for children.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Manage kitchen operations and environment.
• Collaborate with the team to enhance children's experience.

Skills

Menu planning

Budgeting

Stock ordering & control

Dietary and allergy management

Food safety compliance

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

ACECQA approved Early Childhood qualification

Current Working with Children’s Check

First Aid certificate

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

A leading early childhood education provider is looking for an experienced Cook to join their team in Newcastle-Maitland. You'll produce high-quality meals for up to 91 children daily and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment. This full-time position offers a competitive wage above award rates, weekly pay, and additional benefits like discounted childcare and opportunities for career advancement. Flexibility for work-life balance is highly valued. If you are passionate about nourishing young minds, apply now.