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Be ready to explain how you handle allergens, portion control for different ages, and kitchen hygiene in a childcare setting. Give examples of busy service under time pressure and how you work with educators on menus and incidents.
Strong fit if you like structured kitchen work supporting children’s wellbeing in a large not-for-profit early learning network, on-site at Elizabeth Vale rather than remote.
As a Centre Cook at Goodstart Early Learning in Elizabeth Vale, you prepare and serve meals and snacks for children in an early learning centre. Expect menu planning to age and dietary needs, safe food prep and kitchen hygiene, portioning for group mealtimes, cleaning and stock checks, and close liaison with educators and centre leadership on allergies and routines.
Build kitchen hygiene, allergen awareness, and reliable batch cooking for young children.
No. The listing is for on-site work at Elizabeth Vale in the Playford area.
It is Australia’s largest not-for-profit early learning provider, operating centres across the country since 2010.
ServSafe Food Handler basics (paid) and Alison’s Basics of Food Safety and Hygiene (free to learn) align with food service worker upskilling.
Website: goodstart.org.au
Goodstart Early Learning is Australia's largest early learning provider. Formed in 2010 by a syndicate of charities, Goodstart is a not-for-profit organisation that currently has 649 child care centres around Australia. Goodstart's head office is located in Brisbane, Australia, in the suburb of Murarrie. Across Australia, approximately 70,000 children attend Goodstart. Goodstart currently employs more than 13,000 staff members.
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CENTRE COOK at Goodstart Early Learning in Elizabeth Vale, Playford Area Role Overview We are seeking a passionate Centre Cook to join our team at Goodstart Early Learning in Elizabeth Vale, Playford Area. This role offers the opportunity to create nutritious meals that fuel young minds and bodies while enjoying family-friendly hours and a supportive work environment. What You'll Do Create delicious, healthy meals for children and staff Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene Ensure all kitchen equipment is clean and well-maintained Plan and prepare menus that cater to dietary requirements and preferences Work closely with the centre team to support a positive, inclusive environment What We're Looking For Passion for creating nutritious meals for young children Experience in food preparation and kitchen management A valid Food Handling Certificate Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends About the Company Goodstart Early Learning is a leading provider of early childhood education and care services. Our mission is to nurture and support children's development through high-quality learning experiences in a safe, inclusive environment. How to Apply To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. We look forward to hearing from you! To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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