Role: Centre Cook
Location: Golden Square, Bendigo VIC 3555
Centre: Goodstart Golden Square
Employment Type: Part Time / 14 hours per week
Pay: $31.36ph - $35.44ph
Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children
Competitive pay – at least 5% above award
Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees
As a Cook at Goodstart, you'll create delicious, healthy meals that fuel young minds and bodies, becoming a cherished part of our community. Your passion for food and commitment to quality will play a crucial role in shaping the daily experiences of the children in our care.
In this role, you will:
Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals to account for special dietary requirements and allergies
Use your creativity and organisational skills to plan the menu and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre Director
Maintain high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienic
Join the team at Goodstart Golden Square
Prime Location – Just 4 minutes from Lansell Plaza and minutes from Bendigo CBD. Enjoy the convenience of cafés, shopping, and errands right at your doorstep.
️ Easy Access – A bus stop right across the road makes commuting simple and stress-free.
Supportive & Fun Team – Be part of a welcoming, inclusive team with strong tenure (3–20 years). Enjoy flexibility with either 4 longer days or 5 shorter days to suit your lifestyle.
Our Centre – A large 135-place centre with 8 well-resourced rooms, from Nursery through to Kindergarten, plus engaging outdoor spaces tailored to each age group.
Experienced Leadership – Work alongside two dedicated Centre Directors with 30+ years of combined experience, committed to mentoring and supporting your growth.
Our Culture – We celebrate diversity, with educators from across the globe creating a respectful, inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.
Our Vision – We are passionate about creating a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every child can learn, grow, and thrive.
What Goodstart can offer you:
We pay highly competitive wages, at least 5% above the national award rates
50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
Paid professional development
Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
Free annual flu shot (optional)
Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
Uniform allowance and employee referral program
You’ll need:
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
Current VICTORIA Working with Children Check
Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform
How to apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application.
We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.
Have a question? Contact Chris on 1800 222 543 or via email
[email protected]
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email
[email protected]
Supporting our people and protecting our children
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 along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.
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Posting Notes: GOLDEN SQUARE, BENDIGO || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time
