Role: Centre Cook
Location: 17 Herbert Road, EAST BUNBURY, 6230, WA
Centre: Goodstart East Bunbury
Employment Type: Permanent/Part Time (30 hours across Monday to Friday)
Pay: up to $35.44 p/h + super
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
Work a part time roster of 30 hours per week, 730am – 1pm
About Goodstart East Bunbury:
Prime Location - Located just 4km from the heart of Bunbury, East Bunbury offers the perfect balance of convenience and tranquillity. Our centre is nestled near the picturesque Leschenault Estuary – perfect for enjoying your breaks at one of the charming local cafés just a short stroll away.
️ Easy Access - Getting here is simple! Goodstart East Bunbury is easily accessible via public transport, with nearby bus stops along Blair Street – a main route serviced by TransBunbury. Check local signage or the TransBunbury website for up-to-date routes and schedules.
Supportive & Fun Team - Become part of a welcoming and collaborative team that values inclusivity, positivity, and connection. With staff tenures ranging from 1 to 18 years, our team offers stability, shared knowledge, and a strong sense of community.
Our Centre - We are a 96-place centre designed to inspire and engage children across six vibrant learning rooms: two Nursery rooms, two Toddler rooms, Pre-Kindy, and Kindergarten. Every space is tailored to support children’s growth and curiosity.
Experienced Leadership - Our passionate Centre Leadership Team brings over 45 years of combined experience. With a dedicated Centre Director, Assistant Director, and Educational Leader, you’ll be supported by mentors who are committed to guiding, inspiring, and empowering their team.
Celebrating Culture & Diversity - We proudly embrace a multicultural community, representing families and team members from New Zealand, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, China, Italy, South America, First Nations communities, and more. Languages spoken include Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Punjabi, Bangladeshi, Yoruba, Vietnamese and many others – creating a rich, inclusive, and vibrant environment for all.
Our Centre Vision - We honour and support the routines, beliefs, and practices of every family. Our centre is a place where children are encouraged to be themselves, feel a sense of belonging, and develop their unique identity in a nurturing and respectful environment.
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
T wo 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 WA 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 Melanie from our Talent Acquisition Team on 03 9648 9857 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.
Posting Notes: EAST BUNBURY, BUNBURY || WA || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time
