Cook & Educator (Permanent Part-Time, Hybrid)

Smart Cookies Early Learning Centre; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Worker Retention Payment approved

Job summary

Smart Cookies Early Learning Centre in Beecroft NSW is hiring a dedicated Cook/Educator in a permanent part-time hybrid role. This unique position blends daily meal preparation with hands-on early childhood education, serving children aged 9 months to 6 years.

The role requires willingness to perform both cooking and educator duties, with five shorter days per week and a possibility to extend to full-time hours for the right candidate. A supportive team culture awaits.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or working towards.
• Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve lunch and afternoon tea following a 4‑week rotating menu.
• Cater to all dietary requirements, including allergies and cultural needs.
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards.
• Work in the rooms as an early childhood educator and support learning.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or working towards

Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Smart Cookies Early Learning Centre in Beecroft NSW is hiring a dedicated Cook/Educator in a permanent part-time hybrid role. This unique position blends daily meal preparation with hands-on early childhood education, serving children aged 9 months to 6 years.

The role requires willingness to perform both cooking and educator duties, with five shorter days per week and a possibility to extend to full-time hours for the right candidate. A supportive team culture awaits.