In This Role, You WillEnsure the safety of children by preparing meals to account for special dietary requirements and allergiesUse your creativity and organisational skills to plan the menu and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre DirectorMaintain high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienicMore Than Just a Cook!
Goodstart Early Learning Elizabeth Vale, South Australia's First Goodstart Integrated HubAre you passionate about food, nutrition, and making a genuine difference in the lives of children and families?
This is more than a traditional Long Day Care Cook position—it's an opportunity to be part of something truly special.Goodstart Elizabeth Vale is proud to be the first Goodstart service in South Australia to become an Integrated Hub, bringing together education, health, wellbeing and community partnerships to provide wraparound support for children and families.
As our Centre Cook, you'll play an essential role in creating healthy foundations for children while being an active member of our collaborative team.What makes this role different?
34 hour contractEnjoy the security of consistent hours and become a valued member of a supportive, collaborative team.Nutrition supported by expertsOur seasonal menus are developed in collaboration with a qualified nutritionist, ensuring every meal contributes towards meeting up to 75% of each child's daily nutritional requirements.A generous food budgetWe believe nutritious food starts with quality ingredients.
Our enhanced food budget allows you to create fresh,



wholesome meals without constantly compromising on cost.Opportunities to inspire through foodFacilitate hands‐on cooking experiences with children.Support family cooking workshops and healthy eating initiatives.Celebrate diverse cultures through food.Encourage positive lifelong relationships with healthy eating.Be part of something biggerAs a member of South Australia's first Goodstart Integrated Hub, you'll work alongside educators, allied health professionals and family support services who are all committed to improving outcomes for children and families.
Every meal you prepare contributes to children's wellbeing, learning and development.We're Looking For Someone WhoHas a passion for preparing fresh, nutritious meals.Enjoys building meaningful relationships with children, families and colleagues.Is creative, organised and takes pride in their work.Wants to be part of an innovative service making a genuine impact within the community.This isn't simply a cooking position, it's an opportunity to be part of a service that is transforming the way early childhood education supports children and families.
If you want a role where your passion for food can make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.Join us in nourishing children, supporting families and helping shape healthier futures one meal at a time.WhatGoodstart Can Offer YouWe pay highly competitive wages,



at least 5% above the national award rates50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveFitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted pricePaid professional developmentTwo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balanceFirst Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail discounts on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programYou'll NeedCertificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare settingCurrent SA Working with Children CheckCertificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platformAt Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
For further information and support email Supporting our people and protecting our childrenWe're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work setting.
We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow.
We're 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 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 Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.YouTube video link: wm50t5tmoZg#gscook
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📌 Centre Cook (South Australia)
🏢 Goodstart Early Learning
📍 South Australia