Early Childhood Cook: Nutritious Meals for Little Learners

Honour Early Learning; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary above award

6 weeks parental leave

Blue Card, First Aid, CPR funded

Discount on childcare fees

Job summary

Honour Early Learning is seeking a professional Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children aged 0–5 at our Brisbane centre, following seasonal menus and dietary requirements. You will work with the Centre Manager and Catering Manager to ensure a safe, efficient kitchen that supports daily programming.

Minimum 1 year in an Early Childhood setting or 3 years in a similar industry, plus a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and current Food Safety Supervisor, First Aid/CPR, and Blue

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood setting (min 1 year)
• 3 years in similar industries if not in childcare
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (highly desirable)
• Current Food Safety Supervisor certificate
• Active Blue Card and CPR/First Aid certifications

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: cook meals and snacks per rotating seasonal menu
• Maintain high hygiene and food safety standards
• Keep kitchen clean, organized and well stocked
• Tailor meals for allergies and dietary needs; update dietary lists
• Complete food safety records and temperature checks
• Collaborate with Centre Manager and Catering Manager on menus and schedules
• Assist with events and special centre activities

Skills

Organised

Adaptable

Proactive

Passion for child nutrition

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

First Aid and CPR certified

Food Safety Supervisor certificate

Blue Card

Tools

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Honour Early Learning is seeking a professional Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children aged 0–5 at our Brisbane centre, following seasonal menus and dietary requirements. You will work with the Centre Manager and Catering Manager to ensure a safe, efficient kitchen that supports daily programming.

Minimum 1 year in an Early Childhood setting or 3 years in a similar industry, plus a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and current Food Safety Supervisor, First Aid/CPR, and Blue