In-Demand Childcare cook Jobs in Melbourne Vic

Cook/Kitchen Hand
Dandelion Childcare & Early Learning Centre - Bulleen —Bulleen VIC
- $79,000.53 - $80,000.00 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Budgeting
- In-person
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Cook
G8 Education —Essendon VIC
- Full-time
- Working with children
- Budgeting
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
Casual Childcare cook
East Bentleigh Child Care Centre —Bentleigh East VIC
- $40 - $45 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Cooking
- In-person
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3d
Childcare Cook
Billy-beet Childcare & Kindergarten Templestowe Lower —Templestowe Lower VIC
- $24.95 - $37.81 an hour
- No weekends
- Hospitality
- Management
- Cooking
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5d
Centre cook
The Hive Early Learning Centre Ashburton —Ashburton VIC
- $28.12 - $36.41 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Time management
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1d
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Junior Adventures Group —Melbourne VIC
- Up to $43 an hour
- Part-time
- Leadership
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Centre Cook
Goodstart Early Learning —Bentleigh East VIC
- $29.94 - $33.83 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Travel reimbursement
- Parental leave
Cook
Affinity Education Group —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Supervising experience
- First Aid Certification
2d
Casual Centre Cook
Goodstart Early Learning —Rosanna VIC
- $37.95 - $42.88 an hour
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Travel reimbursement
- Parental leave
Early Childhood Cook
Story House Early Learning —Hadfield VIC
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Restaurant
- Employee discount
12d
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- Part-time
- Education
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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Cook/Kitchen Hand

Dandelion Childcare & Early Learning Centre - Bulleen
Bulleen VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$79,000.53 - $80,000.00 a year
10 days ago

Qualifications

Nutrition
Management
Menu planning
Budgeting
Working with Children Check
Communication skills
Time management

Full Job Description

Full-Time Centre Cook – Early Learning Centre

Join our passionate team and help nourish growing minds!

Dandelion Childcare & Early Learning Centre is seeking an experienced, passionate and organised Full-Time Centre Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands the important role nutrition plays in children's growth, development and wellbeing, and who enjoys creating healthy meals that children love.

About the Role

As our Centre Cook, you will be responsible for:

Planning and preparing nutritious, seasonal meals and snacks in line with the Australian Dietary Guidelines and Get Up & Grow recommendations.
Preparing meals that cater for a wide range of dietary requirements, allergies, intolerances, cultural needs and medical conditions.
Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
Managing food ordering, stock rotation and kitchen budgets.
Ensuring compliance with Food Safety Standards, food safety legislation and Centre policies.
Working collaboratively with educators and families to support children's health, wellbeing and inclusion.
Creating positive mealtime experiences that encourage healthy eating habits.
Contributing to a positive, respectful and child-safe culture where every child feels safe, valued and protected.

Essential Requirements

We are looking for someone who:

Has previous experience as a cook in childcare, education, healthcare or commercial kitchens.
Has a strong understanding of children's nutrition and developmental dietary needs.
Has excellent knowledge of food allergies, anaphylaxis management and cross-contamination prevention.
Demonstrates an understanding of Child Safe Standards, mandatory reporting obligations and the importance of safeguarding children in an early childhood setting.
Is committed to promoting a strong child-safe culture through respectful interactions, professional conduct and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Holds (or is willing to obtain) a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
Holds a current Working with Children Check (or is willing to obtain one).
Demonstrates excellent organisation, communication and time management skills.
Is reliable, proactive and enjoys working as part of a supportive team.

Desirable

Experience preparing meals for children aged 0–5 years.
Knowledge of menu planning in accordance with childcare regulations.
Understanding of food budgeting and ordering systems.
Familiarity with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standard (NQS) and the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

We Offer

Full-time permanent position.
Supportive and welcoming team environment.
Modern, well-equipped kitchen.
Ongoing professional development opportunities.
A workplace that genuinely values children's health, wellbeing and quality nutrition.
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children's lives every day.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Dandelion Childcare & Early Learning Centre is committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment where the safety, wellbeing and rights of every child are paramount. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, Victorian Child Safe Standards and all legislative child safety requirements. All applicants will be subject to appropriate screening, reference checks and Working with Children Check requirements.

If you are passionate about preparing healthy, delicious meals and understand the importance of safe nutrition for young children, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for Dandelion Early Learning Centre-Bulleen.

Pay: $79,000.53 – $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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