Centre Cook Job Details | Goodstart Early Learning

Goodstart Early Learning; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare service provider in Gateshead is seeking a Centre Cook to prepare nutritious meals for children. The role offers part-time hours with competitive pay and benefits, including discounts on childcare fees. Candidates should possess a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or relevant experience. Join a community-focused team that values safety and diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

50% discount on childcare fees

Paid professional development

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing days

Free annual flu shot

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience required.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for children focusing on nutrition.
• Maintain food safety standards and kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Commercial Cookery skills

Childcare cooking experience

Current Working with Children Check

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Overview

Role: Centre Cook

Location: Gateshead (Postcode 2290) NSW

Centre: Goodstart Gateshead

Employment Type: Permanent, Part-time role: 35 hours a week – no evenings or weekends!

Pay: $27.65 to $31.34 Plus Super Plus Benefits

Responsibilities

• Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children.
• Competitive pay – at least 5% above award.
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees.

As a Cook at Goodstart, you\'ll create delicious, healthy meals that fuel young minds and bodies, becoming a cherished part of our community. Your passion for food and commitment to quality will play a crucial role in shaping the daily experiences of the children in our care.

What you’ll need

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
• Current NSW Working with Children Check

About Goodstart Gateshead

• Focusing on Highest Quality Care: providing tasty and nutritious meals
• Great Location: close to Lake Macquarie and Charlestown
• Community Engagement: providing purpose and being well respected in community

What Goodstart can offer you

• We pay highly competitive wages, at least 5% above the national award rates.
• 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.
• Paid professional development.
• Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year.
• Free annual flu shot (optional)
• Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance.
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
• Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program

You’ll need

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
• Current NSW Working with Children Check

How to apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application. We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email [e-mail]

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.

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Posting Notes: GATESHEAD, NEWCASTLE || NSW || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time