Affinity Education Group – Niagara Park NSW
Cook | Aussie Kindies Niagara ParkNourish Young Minds Through Healthy Food
Do you love creating nutritious meals that make a difference?
AtAussie Kindies Niagara Park, we're looking for a passionate and organisedCookto join our warm and supportive team.
As the heart of our kitchen, you'll play an important role in supporting children's growth, wellbeing and lifelong healthy eating habits through fresh, nutritious meals prepared with care.
Permanent Part Time | 30 Hours Per Week
About Our Centre
Welcome toAussie Kindies Niagara Park, a vibrant 59-place centre where learning, play and wellbeing go hand in hand.
Our educators are passionate about helping children develop healthy habits from an early age, and our kitchen plays a key role in that journey.
You'll be joining a cooperative team that values creativity, relationships and making every day meaningful for children and families.
About the Role
As our Centre Cook, you'll be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks that meet the dietary needs of young children while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.
You'll enjoy the support of:
A national network of Affinity centre cooks sharing recipes and ideas
TheFeed Australia Programto help you plan healthy, balanced menus
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Dedicated support from our experienced centre and operations teams
Your Day Will Include
Preparing healthy and nutritious meals and snacks for children
Planning and evaluating menus in line with nutritional guidelines
Managing food orders, stock control and kitchen budgets
Maintaining food safety, hygiene and compliance standards
Catering for allergies, cultural requirements and dietary needs
Encouraging children's understanding of healthy eating through centre activities and events
About You




Passionate about children's health and nutrition
Experienced in high-volume meal preparation
Organised with strong stock management and ordering skills
Knowledgeable in food safety practices and compliance requirements
Reliable, positive and able to work independently
Excited to be part of a team that supports children's learning and wellbeing
Essential Requirements
Current Food Safety Supervisor and Food Handling Certificate
Experience preparing meals in a commercial or childcare environment
Reliable transport
Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates (or willingness to obtain)
Desirable
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
Previous experience working in Early Childhood Education and Care
Why Join Affinity Education?
At Affinity, our purpose isrealise the potential in everyone—from the children in our care to the educators, cooks and leaders who support them.
When you join us, you'll become part of one of Australia's largest and most respected early education providers, with genuine opportunities to grow your career.
Affinity Advantages
50% discount on childcare fees from your first day
30% discount on Goodlife Health Clubs and Fitness First memberships
Fully funded professional development through the Affinity Learning Academy
Leadership and management training programs
Career progression opportunities across our national network
Scholarships for Master's degrees in Early Childhood Education
Dedicated operational, quality and educational support teams
Access to TELUS Health wellbeing services
Retail and lifestyle discounts with over 100 partners
Bupa health and insurance benefits
Child Safety Commitment
At Affinity Education, child safety is our highest priority.
We are aChild Safe Organisationcommitted to the safety, wellbeing and rights of every child.
We maintain a culture of child safety and have a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse, harm and neglect.
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📌 Cook (New South Wales)
🏢 Affinity Education Group
📍 New South Wales