Cook / Nutritionist

Prepare and deliver nutritious, healthy meals for children in an early learning environment, ensuring all dietary needs and food safety standards are met. You will contribute to children’s wellbeing through high-quality meal planning, preparation, and kitchen management.

Responsibilities :

• Ensure meals are prepared safely, considering dietary requirements and allergies
• Plan menus and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre Director
• Maintain high standards of hygiene in food storage, preparation, and handling
• Support the nutritional wellbeing of children through balanced meal provision
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.

Qualifications and Skills :

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or relevant childcare cooking experience
• Understanding of dietary requirements and food safety standards
• Ability to plan menus and manage kitchen operations
• Current VIC Working With Children Check
• Good organisation and time management skills.

Benefits :

• Competitive pay (at least 5% above award rates)
• 50% discount on childcare gap fees
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Two wellbeing days per year
• Fitness Passport (gym and pool discounts)
• Option to purchase additional leave for work-life balance
• Free annual flu shot (optional)
• First Nations support and cultural leave
• Retail discounts on insurance, travel, and technology
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program.

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. 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.