Company description: Goodstart is Australia's largest early learning provider.
As a not–for–profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families.
Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.
Job description: Role: Centre Cook Location: Roma, Maranoa District QLD 4455, home of the Mandandanji People Centre: Goodstart Roma Employment Type: Part Time 25 hours per week (5 hours daily Monday to Friday) Pay: up to $31.34 per hour + Superannuation + Benefits The Federal Government's 10% wage boost is here!
* 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.
In this role, you will: * Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals to account for special dietary requirements and allergies * Use your creativity and organisational skills to plan the menu and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre Director * Maintain high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienic * Work a part time roster of 25 hours per week, no night shifts, no split shifts and no weekend work!
About Goodstart Roma: Our intimate centre, accommodating 74 children daily, fosters a family-friendly work environment characterised by warmth and inclusivity.
We place a strong emphasis on the well-being and mental health of our staff and the families we serve.
Our team is wonderfully diverse, comprising of Educators from the Philippines, Nepal, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and Australia, including First Nations staff members.
We are committed to excellence through ongoing critical reflection and offer paid professional development opportunities to our team.
We ensure that the voices of all stakeholders are heard, included, and respected in our decision-making processes.
Additionally, we provide flexible scheduling options to help our staff maintain a healthy balance between home and work life.
WhatGoodstart 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 Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card) 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 your Talent Acquisition Partner, Kylie Pearson, on (07) 3918 2099 or via email?****** 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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