Cook / Nutritionist

Randstad Education is seeking passionate and dedicated Cooks / Chefs to work within childcare environments across Gawler and surrounding suburbs.

This role is suitable for professionals who enjoy cooking and meal preparation while wanting to experience a rewarding career within the childcare industry.

A major benefit of working as a childcare cook / chef is no weekend work or late-night shifts.

You will need to be confident working independently and preparing up to three meals per day for a large number of children. In addition to cooking, your knowledge may be required for menu planning and nutrition guidance.

What We Offer :

• Choose when and how you work by managing your schedule through our app.
• Work with childcare providers who are extensively screened and aligned with our people values.
• Dedicated support throughout the application process and casual working experience.
• Awesome discounts for casual workers including groceries, food delivery, entertainment, and more.
• Option to access your pay on the same day that you work as a Randstad Casual.

About The Role :

As a Childcare Cook / Chef, you will:

• Prepare up to three nutritious meals per day for children.
• Work independently in a childcare kitchen environment.
• Support menu planning and nutrition guidance where required.
• Ensure children’s dietary, cultural, and nutritional needs are considered.

About You :

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent (highly desirable).
• Experience cooking in childcare, aged care, or hospital environments will be well regarded.
• Safe Food Handling Certificate.
• Allergen awareness and commitment to meeting dietary, cultural, and nutritional needs of children.
• Available for a minimum of two shifts per week.
• Willingness to travel to different locations around your area.
• Australian work rights and willingness to gain a state-based Working with Children Card.
• Possession of a First Aid certificate is highly regarded by some clients.
• Committed to Child Safeguarding and understanding of Mandatory Reporting responsibilities.
• Able to provide contact details of two professional referees who have managed you and can speak to your work.
• Willingness to undertake National Child Safety training.