Cook

Village Early Learning; City Of Kwinana; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Village Early Learning Wellard is opening a brand-new centre in WA and is seeking a part-time Centre Cook to join our friendly team. You will design seasonal menus, prepare fresh meals for children, cater to dietary needs and ensure meals promote growth and wellbeing.

Working 7.30am–1.30pm Monday to Friday, you’ll manage orders, control stock, keep records up-to-date, and collaborate with staff in a safe, compliant kitchen. We offer development, uniforms, and a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Cookery or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience as a childcare cook in a centre.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• First Aid and CPR certificates, including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
• Menu planning, budgeting and stock control experience.
• Knowledge of dietary and allergy-safe requirements.
• Available Monday–Friday 7:30am–1:30pm.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and serve fresh, nutritious meals for children.
• Design seasonal menus that meet dietary needs and allergies.
• Manage food orders, minimise waste, and stay within budget.
• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen compliant with food safety regs.
• Keep allergen and food safety records up to date.
• Collaborate with a professional team to ensure quality meals.

Skills

Menu planning

Budgeting

Stock control

Dietary/allergen awareness

Food safety knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Cookery or similar

Job description

Cook Village Early Learning Wellard, WA, AU

Description

As a proud WA-owned organisation, we celebrate our vibrant community! We believe the first five years of a child’s life are an exciting adventure, and our mission is to ignite a lifelong love of learning through creativity and joy. With an abundance of resources, we aim to support every child on this journey.

Village Early Learning Wellard is excited to be opening a brand-new, purpose-built early learning centre, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic Part‑Time Centre Cook to join our vibrant new team.

This is a unique opportunity to establish yourself in a stunning new centre featuring a fully equipped, brand-new, purpose-built kitchen with modern facilities, and a supportive team environment. You’ll play an integral role in creating healthy eating habits and positive mealtime experiences for children from day one.

As our Centre Cook, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity through seasonal menu planning, preparing fresh, nutritious meals that support children’s growth, development, and wellbeing. You’ll cater for a variety of dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural preferences while working in a professional kitchen designed to help you do your best work.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and serve fresh, nutritious meals that delight young taste buds and support healthy, growing bodies across the centre
• Designing seasonal menus that follow nutritional guidelines and accommodate allergies, cultural needs, and dietary restrictions
• Managing food orders, minimising waste, and working within budget
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and inviting kitchen that complies with all food safety regulations
• Keeping up-to-date records, including allergen and food safety documentation
• Collaborating with a fun, professional team who value creativity, growth, and care, experienced in managing, reviewing, and updating Food Safety Plans to ensure full compliance and operational excellence

Requirements

• Certificate III in Cookery or similar qualifications
• Experience as a Childcare Cook – bring your culinary magic to our little foodies!
• Current Working with Children Check – ensuring a safe environment!
• First Aid and CPR certificates, including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training – prioritising health and safety!
• Menu planning, budgeting and stock control experience – showcase your organisational skills
• Knowledge of dietary and allergy-safe requirements – ensuring every child can safely enjoy their meals!
• Must be available Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 1.30pm
• Great communication skills with an organised approach to keeping things running smoothly.

We offer professional development, stylish uniforms, wellness support, team events and a workplace that celebrates community, joy, and every child’s unique journey.

Ready to bring joy to both hearts and bellies?

We conduct thorough checks through references and employment history to ensure we are recruiting the right people for our Village, and for the safeguarding of children.

Our Village is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children. Child safety is our top priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.

Company Overview

We are proudly West Australian owned and operated. Our focus is to build upon our ever-growing community in WA, embracing everything that makes our local backyard so great. We believe the first five years of a child’s life are pivotal for health, happiness, growth and development and can have a lasting impact on a child’s life in general. As Educators we see it as our role to support and encourage children to strive for their best during this very important time in their lives. Through creativity, thoughtfulness and quality care, we aim to inspire children to love learning and feel apart of our community so they are driven to discover new things every day with confidence.

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