Do you love creating healthy, delicious food for children? Cottage Academy Clayfield is looking for a passionate and experienced Cook/Chef to join our warm, family-focused centre. This is a permanent part‑time role, working 5 days per week, preparing fresh meals and snacks for approximately 75 children each day. You’ll play a vital role in supporting children’s health, wellbeing and early learning through nutritious food and fun cooking experiences.
About the Role
You will be responsible for:
Preparing morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea daily
Menu planning, ordering and stock control
Ensuring compliance with food safety standards
Planning and delivering weekly cooking experiences with children
A current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
A positive, fun and passionate attitude toward working in ECEC
Shifts between 6:00am – 6:00pm
Adaptable working arrangements to support work/life balance
Our service supports the Statement of Shared Commitment
Every Interaction counts.
Every child in our service has the right to feel protected culturally, emotionally and physically.
We recognise the critical role of early childhood educators, including teachers, in creating inclusive, culturally protected and nurturing environments filled with positive interactions that support children’s social and emotional development, stimulate learning, and allow children a sense of belonging.
Please only apply if you share this commitment to ensure that every child attending our service feels safe, secure and self‑confident.
What’s in It for You?
In return for your commitment to our ECEC community, we offer:
Above-award rates for the right candidate
Flexible working arrangements
Ongoing career support
Fully funded professional development
Up to 90% discount on childcare gap fees
Fully funded First Aid & CPR
Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
If you’re passionate about food, children, and being part of a supportive, fun and professional team, we’d love to hear from you!
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