Childcare Cook jobs in Sydney NSW

Role: Centre Cook

Location: Plumpton, NSW

Centre: Goodstart Plumpton

Employment Type: Permanent / Part Time (30.5 hours per week)

Pay: $31.36 - $35.44 per hour

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 30.5 hours per week, 7.30am – 2.00pm (with some flexibility).

About Goodstart Plumpton:
Join a warm, welcoming early learning centre where your cooking helps children thrive every day. At Goodstart Plumpton, you'll prepare fresh, nutritious meals onsite in a modern, recently upgraded kitchen, supporting the health, wellbeing and development of children in a safe and inclusive environment.

As part of our experienced and supportive team, you'll work in a centre that celebrates a rich multicultural community, values diversity and fosters a strong sense of belonging for every child and family. Our play-based learning approach, engaging indoor and outdoor environments, and close connections with families create a positive workplace where every team member plays an important role in children's daily experiences.

If you have a passion for cooking, enjoy preparing healthy meals, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children, we'd love to hear from you.

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

Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price

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

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Current NSW Working with Children Check

Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform

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.

Have a question? Contact James Brendel from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email jbrendel@goodstart.org.au

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au

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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

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Posting Notes: PLUMPTON, SYDNEY || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time