Centre Cook

Narre Warren - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 02-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Role:Centre Cook

Location: Narre Warren North (Woiworung Land)

Centre: Goodstart Narre Warren Pound Road South

Employment Type: Permanent Part time 25 hours per week

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 youll 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

About Goodstart Narre Warren Pound Road South:

90 place centre where youll be part of a capable team who live and breath sustainability.
Be inspired by strong leadership with a Centre Director who has been a proud Goodstarter for 5 years and brings both experience and genuine passion for creating a supportive workplace.
Enjoy an easy commute with the centres convenient location near public transport schools and shops.
Standalone role in a collaborative and friendly team

WhatGoodstart 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

Youll need:

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
Current Vic Working with Children Check

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 Ange Cummings from our Talent Acquisition Team onor via email

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

Supporting our people and protecting our children

Were 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. Were 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.

Posting Notes: NARRE WARREN SOUTH MELBOURNEVIC Australia (AU) No Early Childhood Qualification Part-Time

Role:Centre CookLocation: Narre Warren North (Woiworung Land)Centre: Goodstart Narre Warren Pound Road SouthEmployment Type: Permanent Part time 25 hours per weekDelight little customers with big appetites provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian childrenCompet...