Assistant Cook - Ryan Road Childcare Centre & Swim School
Are you passionate about creating delicious and nutritious meals that bring smiles to little faces? Do you have a flair for turning simple ingredients into culinary delights? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
At Ryan Road Childcare Centre & Swim Centre we believe that good food is an essential ingredient in a child's growth and development.
The opportunity
* 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
* Use your culinary skills to whip up tasty and nutritious meals that cater to the unique dietary needs of growing children.
* Be a key player in fostering healthy eating habits from a young age, contributing to the overall well‑being and development of our little ones.
* Join a warm and welcoming Early Learning centre where collaboration, creativity, and care are at the heart of everything we do.
* Work with the finest, freshest ingredients to ensure the highest quality meals for our children.
* Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere where every day brings new opportunities for creativity and joy.
You
* Passion for creating delicious, nutritious meals suitable for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.
* Experience in meal planning, preparation and kitchen management, including development of a rotating menu.
* Knowledge of dietary restrictions and allergies.
* Availability from Monday to Friday.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills – you enjoy interacting with our team, families & children.
* Adherence to health and safety regulations.
* Valid WWCC.
* Food Handling certificate.
* Food Safety Supervisor certificate (preferred).
* First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma certificate (or willing to obtain).
The perks
* Discounted childcare for your own children if applicable.
* Free medical and wellbeing support & resources via our Sonder app, 24/7.
* Professional development opportunities and a supportive and collaborative leadership team.
* Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
* Welcoming & warm environment.
If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey where your culinary talents make a difference in the lives of children, apply today!
Mayfield Early Education, including its Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Our organisation has zero tolerance for child abuse and neglect. We strongly uphold our child safety policies and procedures, and we actively work to create a child‑safe environment. All successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive background checks, including reference checks, Working with Children Check (WWCC), child protection training and other relevant screening as required. We expect all staff to uphold our values of respect, inclusion and child protection always.
Mayfield Childcare Limited celebrates diversity in all its forms and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for every team member. We welcome applicants of all genders, orientations, races and backgrounds, believing that the more diverse our team, the more we can teach the next generation about respect, equality and fairness. Join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land – the Wurundjeri people, and pays our respects to their elders, both past and present.
Job no: EFAN63024 | Location: Ryan Road Childcare and Swim School - Pakenham | Closing Date: Thursday, 4 June 2026
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