Role: Centre Cook Location: Oakhurst, NSW Centre: Goodstart Oakhurst Employment Type: Part Time (25 hours) / Permanent Pay: $31.36 - $35.44 per hour + super 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 25 hours per week, 8.30am – 1.30pm (Mon-Fri) About Goodstart Oakhurst We are a welcoming, community-focused centre who has been rated as Exceeding in the National Quality standards. Here you'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to giving children the best start in life. Conveniently located close to schools, shops and main roads, our centre features beautiful natural outdoor spaces, including a vegetable garden and chickens, that inspire healthy eating and sustainability.

With robust family partnerships,



meaningful community connections and a warm, inclusive culture, you'll enjoy preparing nutritious meals that make a real difference in children's daily lives while being valued as an important member of the team.

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

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate and 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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.

YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/wm50t5tmoZg #gscook Posting Notes: OAKHURST, SYDNEY || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time

📌 Centre Cook (Oakhurst)
🏢 Goodstart Early Learning
📍 Oakhurst