You will be responsible for preparing nutritious meals and snacks for approximately 63 children each day, while managing allergies, dietary requirements, food safety, ordering and the day-to-day organisation of the kitchen.
The position offers:
Monday to Friday daytime hours
No nights or weekends
Christmas closure
Supportive and approachable management
Autonomy to plan and prepare nutritious, child-friendly meals
A healthy food budget focused on quality rather than restrictive cost cutting
A friendly, established team
A community-based workplace where you are known and valued
Consistent hours and a predictable working week
We are looking for someone who:
Has previous experience working as a cook or chef, ideally within an early childhood or similar setting
Understands food allergies, intolerances and special dietary requirements
Can confidently prepare meals in bulk
Has robust food safety and hygiene practices
Is organised and able to independently manage a busy kitchen
Can plan menus, order stock and manage food supplies
Enjoys being part of a warm and cooperative workplace
Understands the importance of providing nutritious and enjoyable food for young children
Our previous Centre Cook remained with us for many years, and we are looking for someone who would like to make the kitchen their own and become a valued, long-term member of our Centre community.
If you are an experienced childcare cook looking for greater flexibility, autonomy and a supportive community workplace, we would love to hear from you.