Centre Cook

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Centre Cook at Goodstart Riverside Gardens in Greenfields WA is a part time fixed term role (27.5 hours a week) with no nights or weekends. You’ll create delicious, healthy meals, plan menus with the Centre Director and uphold food safety and allergy considerations to support young minds. The pay is up to $35.44 per hour plus super and benefits, with wages at least 5% above award, plus perks like 50% childcare gap fee discounts, professional development, wellbeing days and more. To apply, click Apply Now and submit early; you’ll need a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or childcare cooking experience and a WA Working with Children Check.

Role: Centre Cook  

Location: Greenfields, City of Mandura, W.A. 6210

Centre: Goodstart Riverside Gardens,WA

Employment Type: Part Time - 27.5 hours per week -  fixed term until February 2027

Pay: up to $35.44 per hour + Superannuation + Benefits 

• 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 27.5 hours per week - no nights, no weekends and no split shifts! 
   

About Goodstart Riverside Gardens: 

• Prime Location: Our Centre is conveniently situated close to local schools and shops, making it easy to get to work and enjoy the surrounding community.
• Effortless Commute: With a bus stop right outside our Centre, your daily commute is hassle-free.
• Inspiring Leadership: Work alongside a dedicated Centre Director who fosters a professional learning community, ensuring you have the support and resources to thrive.
• Convenient Parking: Enjoy the benefits of off-street parking, making your arrival each day smooth and stress-free. 

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
• 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

You’ll need: 

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting 

• Current Western Australian 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 Smitha Aiholli from our Talent Acquisition Team on (07) 3918 2181 or via email at [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. 

YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/wm50t5tmoZg 

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Posting Notes: RIVERSIDE GARDENS, PERTH || WA || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time