Job Description
Cook – Brand New Wyee Service Opening Late ****
Best Start Early Learning Centre is a privately owned and operated early learning provider on the Central Coast, NSW.
We're growing — and Wyee is our next chapter.
This is a brand new, purpose-built 126 place long day care service opening in Late ****, and we're looking for a passionate Cook to help bring our service to life.
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and creative Cook to join our founding team at Best Start ELC Wyee.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a brand-current facility featuring a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen and be part of shaping a warm, welcoming and high-quality service from day one.
In this role, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious and delicious meals that cater to the dietary needs of young children from infancy through to preschool age.
Your culinary skills will help foster positive mealtime experiences and healthy eating habits in a nurturing early learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children across all age groups
Develop seasonal menus aligned with nutritional guidelines for young children
Manage food ordering, stock rotation and kitchen budgets
Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety and kitchen presentation
Manage dietary requirements, allergies and food safety plans
Work collaboratively with educators and leadership to support children's wellbeing




Maintain compliance with Food Safety Standards and WHS requirements
About You
Experience as a Cook within an Early Childhood Service or comparable commercial setting
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or equivalent
Strong understanding of nutrition and dietary requirements for young children
Excellent organisation and time management skills
Passionate about creating positive food experiences for children
Current Working with Children Check
Current First Aid and CPR qualification (desirable)
Why Join Best Start
Founding team opportunity – help shape the service from day one
Autonomy within your own brand-new commercial kitchen
Supportive leadership team and positive workplace culture
Career growth opportunities as we continue to expand
Paid First Aid & Child Protection
Child Safe Organisation
Best Start ELC is deeply committed to upholding child safety, wellbeing, and empowerment.
We have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm and strictly adhere to the NSW Child Protected Standards and National Quality Framework (NQF) principles.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates must demonstrate a strong child-safe culture, verify a current and valid online-checked Working with Children Check (WWCC), undergo rigorousbackground/referencechecks, and complete mandatory child protection induction training

📌 Cook - Brand New Wyee Service Opening Late 2026 (New South Wales)
🏢 Best Start ELC
📍 New South Wales