About the role The Centre Cook is responsible for planning and preparing healthy, balanced meals and snacks that meet the nutritional needs of children. You will maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen, manage food ordering and stock control, and work collaboratively with educators to support children's health, wellbeing, and learning experiences through food.

Key responsibilities

- Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children
- Cater for dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural preferences
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness
- Manage food ordering, stock rotation, and kitchen supplies
- Ensure compliance with food handling regulations and centre policies
- Work collaboratively with educators and families to promote healthy eating habits
- Maintain kitchen records and documentation as required

About you

- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- Food handling certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)




- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and maintain a clean, secure kitchen environment
- Warm, friendly, and team-oriented approach
- Experience in food preparation, catering, or a commercial kitchen
- Knowledge of nutrition requirements for young children
- Munch and move training
- Monday to Friday availability

About us Amy Hurd Early Learning Centre is a supportive community-run service with a friendly and dedicated team and a family-focused workplace culture.

Benefits

- Supportive community-run service
- Friendly and dedicated team
- Opportunity to positively influence children's health and wellbeing
- Family-focused workplace culture

Apply Now If you're passionate about preparing healthy meals for children and would like to join a centre with heart, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

📌 Cook – Amy Hurd Early Learning Centre (Kooringal)
🏢 Amy Hurd Early Learning Centre
📍 Kooringal