Childcare Cook

The Opportunity

Are you seeking a greater work /life balance? Do you enjoy being creative in the kitchen and running your own operation? Do you enjoy working with children?

We are looking for an experienced Cook to join the team at Community Kids Berwick Early Education Centre to produce high quality, nutritious meals and snacks for up to 100 children each day. 

About Us

Our children enjoy delightful indoor and outdoor play areas, rooms equipped with the latest age-appropriate technology and learning resources, and a range of activities.

At capacity our centre caters for up to 100 children with operating hours from 6:30am to 6:30pm with on-site parking. Located in Berwick and close to nearby suburbs Clyde North, Cranbourne North and Narre Warren South.

Our menus meet nutritional guidelines and are high-quality, allowing young bodies to thrive both mentally and physically. As part of the Team, you will feel appreciated, valued and enjoy a truly supportive and fun work environment. 

For more information and photos, please visit our centre's website: Community Kids Berwick

About You

• Experienced in Menu planning, budgeting, stock ordering & control
• Experienced in dietary and allergy safe requirements. 
• Experienced in ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment in accordance with the relevant Food Safety regulations
• Be a Team Player with great communication and interpersonal skills
• Be available for set shift days and times Monday to Friday

Successful Applicants must hold

• A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an ACECQA approved Early Childhood qualification and experience in a cook role
• A current Working with Children’s Check and First Aid
• Completed or willing to complete Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• You will also share our commitment to bringing learning to life, inspiring the children in our care to reach their full potential.

The Benefits

With more than 450 early learning centres nationwide, G8 Education has the resources to reward your dedication with generous benefits and opportunities to grow:

• Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre, and a 25% discount for your family members
• Opportunities to advance your career within G8’s network of 450+ centres  
• Access to G8’s Online Learning Lounge with more than 70 hours of professional development
• Counselling for team members and their families through Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exclusive access to The Playground – G8's benefits platform, with access to 350+ retailers
• Uniforms provided
• Access to health and wellness programs

How to APPLY

Please click through to the application form.

If you are interested or would like to find out more, apply now or contact the team at ***************@g8education.edu.au

For a comprehensive list of all our locations and vacancies please visit our website

G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.

G8 Education is committed to ensuring the health and safety of all who attend the premises that it operates. This includes accepting responsibility to provide, so far as is reasonably practicable, a workplace that is safe and without risk to health for all team members, children and members of the broader community. G8 Education requires all employees to have received both COVID-19 vaccinations (or an approved medical exemption) in line with the state based government vaccination mandates or by 31st January 2022 for support office team members all new employees joining the organisation must also meet this requirement. Please provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination or exemption status on application.