Apply now Job no: 496290
Work type: Part time - Permanent
Location: Melbourne
Categories: Community
Cook - North Carlton Children's Centre Permanent Part Time – 30.78 hours per week Band 3 - $64,772.58 - $69,960.93 (pro-rata) + Superannuation Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and developmentAward winning organisation-wide Health and Wellbeing initiativesExcellent employee benefits and competitive hourly ratesAre children, nutrition, culture, and community important to you? Do you enjoy working with others to provide healthy food and service to children and families? As the Cook in one of our Children's Centres, you will prepare nutritionally balanced meals which cater to the individual needs, special dietary requirements and cultural practices of the children attending the centre.
It would also be beneficial to have a practical understanding of the State Food Act requirements and the principles of the Education and Care Services National Quality Framework.
You will know how food affects a child with anaphylaxis or allergy, and you will have experience in cooking/catering and food handling.
We are also looking for someone who has a passion for innovation as we embark on a new project to review our menu and create new recipes which capture the voices of children and families and also incorporate indigenous/local ingredients.
Training and mentoring opportunities are available for the successful candidate to increase their knowledge in consultation and indigenous ingredients. Your work environment will be safe, hygienic and comply with occupational health and safety standards.
You will be working in a spacious high-quality commercial kitchen which is stocked with commercial cooking and cleaning appliances.
Your excellent planning and organising skills will enable you to prepare timely meals within budget and use seasonal fresh produce where possible.
Your fantastic communication skills will enable you to work in partnership with the Centre leadership, educators and families to produce the best quality outcomes for children.
Yarra City Council is a dynamic and progressive organisation.
We pride ourselves on diversity and inclusion.
We aim to make a positive difference in people's lives through our commitment to critical reflection and continuous improvement.
Applications close on Friday 7th February 2025 at 11.55pm. In your application, please include/attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter.
In your Cover Letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the Position Description.
A separate document addressing KSC is not required.
*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position.
Each application will be considered on its merits.
Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all.
This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.
We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people. Advertised: 13 Jan 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Feb 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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