- Location: Clunes - Regional VIC
- Salary: $61,606 - $71,182 (plus superannuation & benefits)
- Position Type: Full-Time / Flexible Roster Available
We are excited to announce an opening for a passionate and dedicated Centre Cook to join a brand-new, purpose-built early learning and childcare centre located in Clunes, regional Vic.
Opened in 2026, this state-of-the-art facility provides high-quality, accessible, and inclusive long day care and kindergarten programs.
Why Join Us?- Strong Career Pathways: Be part of a growing workforce with excellent professional development opportunities, including two paid training days per year.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible roster designed to support your lifestyle while maintaining continuity of care for our families.
- Amazing Wage Benefits: Provides a funded 15% wage increase above modern award rates for eligible workers through to November 2026.
- Salary Packaging: Access a range of salary sacrifice arrangements, including novated leases and additional superannuation contributions.
As the Centre Cook, you will be the heart of our kitchen. You will plan, order, and prepare a nutritious, rotating menu for all children in accordance with our health, nutrition, and food safety policies.
Key responsibilities include ensuring all meals are culturally inclusive, accommodate specific dietary requirements/allergies, and managing stock efficiently to meet budgetary guidelines.
Key Selection Criteria & Experience- Demonstrated background as a Cook or Chef preparing high-volume, nutritious meals in a timely manner.
- A sound understanding of the Food Safety Act and strict kitchen hygiene standards.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with staff, children, and families.
- Certificate in Food Handling.
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
- Valid Employee Working with Children Check
- Willingness to undergo a National Police Check (and an International Police Check if you have resided outside of Australia for 12 months or more within the last 10 years).
- First Aid, Anaphylaxis, and Asthma qualifications (or willingness to obtain).
- Completion of Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting online learning (or willingness to obtain).
To view the full Key Selection Criteria and submit your application, please click the Apply button to proceed or email emma.easdale@randstad.com.au or call 0437 646 437
Randstad Education is committed to the safety of children and we have a zero tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse or neglect
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