Early Childhood Centre Cook – Harmony Early Education Canungra

We’re looking for a passionate Centre Cook to help establish a welcoming, nurturing food environment and create nutritious, delicious meals that support children’s growth, learning and wellbeing from day one.

As our Centre Cook, you’ll bring creativity, care and passion to the kitchen, helping create positive experiences for children through the power of food. You’ll have the opportunity to make your mark in a brand-new centre, contributing to a food program that encourages healthy habits, curiosity and a lifelong appreciation of nutritious food.

Why Harmony?

At Harmony Early Education Canungra, we see every child as a confident, capable learner and a valued member of our community. Our centre is a calm, welcoming workplace where curiosity, creativity, and meaningful connections thrive.

Our food programme is far more than preparing meals. It plays an essential role in supporting children’s health, wellbeing, and development while fostering positive relationships with food from an early age. We believe that what children eat matters and so does the care, quality, and passion that goes into every meal.

- 75% off childcare fees – because your family matters too
- Up to $3,000 referral bonuses
- 15% retention payment on top of Award
- A dedicated learning platform – Harmony Academy
- Wellness support, fun events & a team culture people stay for

Your Role

As Centre Cook, you’ll play a key role in creating a nurturing, healthy environment through food. You will:

- Plan and prepare nutritious,



seasonal meals and snacks that support children’s growth, development, and wellbeing.
- Maintain a safe, hygienic, and well‑organised kitchen environment while ensuring supplies are well‑stocked.
- Order ingredients, manage inventory, and monitor stock levels to support efficient kitchen operations.
- Collaborate with educators to understand and accommodate children’s dietary requirements, allergies, and preferences.
- Support the centre’s mealtime routines and assist educators where needed to create a positive dining experience for children.
- Prepare occasional cooking and baking for staff celebrations, family events, and centre activities.
- Be open to expanding knowledge of nutrition across different age groups, with a focus on infant nutrition and feeding needs.
- Work Monday to Friday, 6:30am–2:30pm, with flexibility to discuss alternative hours for the right candidate.

About You

You are passionate about creating food with purpose and care. You have:

- A current Food Safety Handling Certificate.
- Completion of all required National Child Safety Training via Geccko, with current certificates of completion.
- Strong knowledge of dietary requirements,



allergy management, and safe food practices.
- Practical understanding of food budgeting, menu planning, and managing kitchen resources efficiently.
- Previous cooking experience in an early childhood setting is desirable, but not essential.
- A genuine commitment to supporting children’s growth, development, and wellbeing through nutritious and enjoyable meals.

Why Canungra?

Harmony Canungra is a 104‑place centre and caters for children from birth to 5 years. Canungra is a welcoming community known for its natural surrounds, relaxed lifestyle, and strong sense of connection, providing a beautiful setting for children to learn, explore, and grow.

Located at 7 Finch Road, Canungra, with operational hours of 6.30am to 6.30pm.

Our Commitment to Child & Cultural Safety.

At Harmony you will be part of a team deeply committed to child and cultural safety. We take this seriously every child should feel safe, seen, heard and respected and we empower our educators to uphold these values every single day.

We work proactively to keep children safe through strong policies, ongoing training and open conversations. We walk alongside families and communities to create environments where every child’s identity is celebrated and every voice is valued.

Ready to be Part of Something Bigger?

If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters, your ideas are valued, and every day has purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

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