Employment Type: Part time – 30 hours per week 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 30 hours per week across 5 days About Goodstart Traralgon Park Lane: 86 place centre Location is easily accessible to local schools and shops, as well as on-site parking Standalone role in a collaborative and friendly team A passionate center Leadership team who are dedicated to you and helping you grow your career 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 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 Victorian 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.
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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