Childcare Cook: Nutritious Meals for Little Learners

Charley's Group

Toowoomba Regional

On-site

AUD 55,000 - 65,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Charley’s Group is seeking a warm, reliable Cook to join Charley’s Place Bernoth Centre, preparing nutritious meals for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. You will work in a newly renovated early learning centre with a modern kitchen, ensuring meals meet dietary needs and safety standards.

You’ll plan weekly menus, maintain hygiene, and collaborate with Centre Director and educators to support children’s wellbeing in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

  • Experience cooking in a childcare, school, or aged care setting.
  • Knowledge of allergy-safe food preparation and handling.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve healthy, child-friendly meals and snacks.
  • Ensure meals meet allergy, cultural and dietary needs.
  • Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene in line with food safety standards.
  • Plan weekly menus aligned with nutrition guidelines.
  • Work closely with the Centre Director and Educators to support children’s wellbeing.

Skills

Childcare cooking
Allergy-safe prep

Job description

Charley’s Group is seeking a warm, reliable Cook to join Charley’s Place Bernoth Centre, preparing nutritious meals for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. You will work in a newly renovated early learning centre with a modern kitchen, ensuring meals meet dietary needs and safety standards.

You’ll plan weekly menus, maintain hygiene, and collaborate with Centre Director and educators to support children’s wellbeing in a nurturing environment.

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