Cook

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, nutritious meals and snacks for up to 75 children daily
• Manage menu planning, budgeting, stock ordering, and inventory control
• Ensure a clean and safe kitchen environment in accordance with Food Safety regulations
• Maintain strict adherence to dietary and allergy safety requirements
• Operate as a collaborative team player within the early learning centre

Requirements

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an ACECQA approved Early Childhood qualification
• Current Working with Children Check and First Aid certificate
• Completed or willingness to complete a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Proven experience in menu planning and managing dietary/allergy requirements
• Availability for set shift days and times, Monday to Friday

Benefits

• 15% above award wages
• 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
• Access to G8’s Online learning platform, Wonder.LAB, with 70+ hours of professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing counselling for team members and families
• Exclusive access to a benefits platform with 600+ retailers
• Provided uniforms and access to health and wellness programs
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance

About the Company

G8 Education is the largest provider of quality early childhood education and care listed on the Australian Securities Exchange. With over 400 centres nationwide and more than 10,000 team members, we operate under 21 trusted brands. We are driven by our purpose to nurture the greatness in every child to grow, thrive and learn.