Childcare Cook with Certificate lll Qualification

Play To Learn Early Learning Centre; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time

Career growth

Supportive environment

Job summary

Play to Learn Early Learning Centre in Toukley, NSW, is seeking a Certificate III qualified childcare cook to join our team. You will prepare nutritious meals for children and contribute to their development in a nurturing kitchen environment.

Role is Monday–Friday, part-time with flexible hours. We offer supportive teamwork, small class sizes, growth opportunities across our network, and a purpose-built, calming centre that inspires curiosity and healthy eating.

Qualifications

• Must hold ACECQA approved childcare qualification (Certificate III).
• Cooking experience in childcare or commercial settings.
• Must hold or be willing to obtain food supervisor certification.
• Must hold or be willing to obtain food handling certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals for children in a childcare kitchen.
• Contribute to children's development through healthy meal preparation.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and safety in line with policies.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Childcare

Job description

Childcare Cook with Certificate lll Qualification

Play To Learn Early Learning Centre – Toukley NSW

Join the Play to Learn Family as a Childcare Cook!

Are you passionate about creating nutritious meals that nourish young minds? Play to Learn at Toukley is looking for a dedicated Certificate III qualified childcare cook to join our team.

Why Work With Us?

Supportive Work Environment
We prioritise your wellbeing with flexible part-time options, ensuring you thrive both personally and professionally.

Bespoke Learning Environments
Our small-sized classrooms are designed to promote deeper connections with children and more meaningful learning. Our state-of-the-art, purpose-built centre offers calming, natural environments and high-quality resources that inspire curiosity and creativity.

Nutritious Meal Preparation
Contribute to children's development through the preparation of nutritious meals in a supportive, nurturing environment.

Room to Grow
As Play to Learn continues to expand, we offer exciting career advancement opportunities across our network. This is more than a job, it's a journey with a company that is growing with purpose and passion.

Why We’re Unique
At Play to Learn, we don’t just talk about quality, we live it. We’re creating a workplace where educators feel respected, inspired, and empowered. You’ll be part of a community that genuinely values its people and strives to make a difference every single day.

Role Requirements

• Monday-Friday Part time Childcare Cook
• MUST hold an ACECQA approved childcare qualification (certificate 3 in childcare)
• Cooking experience, either commercial or in childcare settings
• MUST hold or be willing to obtain food supervisor certification
• MUST hold or be willing to obtain food handling certification