Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading provider with more than 50 centres across Recent South Wales.
We are currently seeking an experienced Centre Cook to join our Rouse Hill Adelphi Service.
This is a permanent part‐time position, working Monday‐Friday from 8 am to 3 pm.
About the Role
As a Centre Cook at Young Academics, your kitchen expertise will assist in creating meaningful learning experiences and environments that reflect best practice and align with our service philosophy.
Service compliance and child safety remain our highest priority, and you will be expected to uphold our child‐safety practices in all aspects of your role.
You will also collaborate with fellow educators to build strong, respectful partnerships with children, families, and the wider community, fostering a supportive environment that enhances children's health and safety, wellbeing, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Responsibilities
Implement and modify a seasonal menu created by our nutritionist
Maintain regular checks in compliance with the NSW Food Standards Code and Health Regulations




Assist staff and families in providing high‐quality education and care
Collaborate with staff and families to facilitate learning prospects relevant to the educational program
Maintain qualified, supportive and respectful relationships between management, staff, families and children
Qualifications
Demonstrated Cook/Chef experience in the Aged Care or Early Childhood Education and Care sector
An ACECQA‐approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care is preferred but not mandatory
Alternatively, a relevant Commercial Cooks qualification
Food Handlers Basics Certificate
Valid NSW Employee Working with Children Check
Knowledge of Food Standards Codes, EYLF and NQS
Child Safety Matters
Young Academics prioritises children's safety and wellbeing.
Our values and actions reflect a genuine commitment to upholding the rights, interests, needs and voices of children in our care.
You will be required to provide a minimum of two professional referees as part of the recruitment process.
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📌 Centre Cook Rouse Hill New South Wales
🏢 Young Academics Early Learning Centre
📍 New South Wales