Role:Centre Cook
Location:Parkdale, VIC ****
Centre:Goodstart Parkdale
Employment Type:Part-time (30 hours a week), 8-month Fixed-Term Position
Pay:$***** – $***** p/h (depending on qualification and experience)
In This Role, You Will
Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals that account for special dietary requirements and allergies
Use your creativity and organisational skills to plan menus 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 30 hours per week, from 8:30am – 3pm
About Goodstart Parkdale
At Goodstart Parkdale, we believe that nutritious meals play a vital role in supporting children's learning, growth and wellbeing.
Our welcoming 60‐place centre is looking for a passionate and organised Centre Cook to join our team and prepare fresh, healthy meals for children each day.
As our Centre Cook, you'll be responsible for planning and preparing healthy, balanced meals and snacks that meet the nutritional needs of children from nursery through to kindergarten.
You'll work closely with the Centre Leadership Team to ensure food safety standards are maintained while creating enjoyable mealtime experiences for children.
Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks daily
Cater for a variety of dietary, cultural and allergy requirements
Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
Manage food ordering, stock control and kitchen budgets
Ensure compliance with Goodstart policies and relevant food handling regulations




Build positive relationships with children, families and team members
Support sustainable and healthy eating practices within the centre
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 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 greater work‐life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Retail and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technology
Uniform allowance and employee referral programme
You'll Need
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience cooking within a childcare setting
Current VIC Working with Children Check
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal‐opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment.
We recognise that good starters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow.
We are 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
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 Protected Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
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📌 Centre Cook (Victoria)
🏢 Goodstart Early Learning
📍 Victoria