Pay: $37.95ph - $42.88ph

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.

Responsibilities

- 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.

Qualifications

- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting.
- Current Victoria Working with Children Check.

Benefits

- Competitive pay – at least 5% above award.
- 50% discount off childcare gap fees.




- Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.
- Fitness Passport – access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price.
- Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year.
- Free annual flu shot (optional).
- Option to purchase extra leave for greater work‑life balance.
- First Nations Support and Cultural Leave.
- Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology.
- Uniform allowance and employee referral program.

Equality and Inclusion

Goodstart is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work setting. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. As a Child Safe Organisation, all candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.

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📌 Casual Centre Cook (Melbourne)
🏢 Goodstart Early Learning
📍 Melbourne