About this role
Early Childhood Cook - Only About Children Torquay
Are you passionate about preparing nutritious meals and creating joyful food experiences for young children? Only About Children Torquay are looking for a dedicated and talented Cook to join our team on a full-time basis!
As our Campus Cook, you'll play a vital role in supporting the overall health, wellbeing, and food curiosity of the children in our care by preparing delicious, balanced meals that meet individual dietary requirements. We provide care for up to 130 children per day, offering 5 meals from breakfast to late snack. We encourage our Cook to become a key part of our team and build positive relationships with our families and children.
About Your New Role:
* Prepare meals in line with the OAC Nutrition Guide/Menus
* Cater for all allergies, anaphylaxis, and dietary preferences
* Maintain a safe, hygenic, and organised kitchen environment
* Build positive relationship with children, families, and team
* Manage kitchen inventory and food orders within budget
* Participate in team meetings and contribute to a collaborative culture
What We're Looking For:
* Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or similar)
* Food Safety Supervisor Certification
* Working with Children Check (employee)
* Understanding of catering for children aged 0-5
* Vast experience with allergy management
* A genuine passion for Early Childhood and healthy eating
* Ability to work full-time and autonomously
What We Offer:
* Support from our OAC Cook Champions
* Two paid well-being days yearly
* Access to purchased leave program
* 50% childcare discount for parents & grandparents
* Online learning platform for continued development
* Loyalty vouchers for 1, 3, 5, 7, 10+ years of service
More Than A Job. A Truly Rewarding Career
We'd love to hear from you if this sounds like the opportunity for you. Click ‘apply now' and submit your application today!
At Only About Children we have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and we want you to bring your whole self to work. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of the community, particularly those who identify as Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander.
At Only About Children (OAC), every child's safety, wellbeing, and protection is our highest priority. We have an unwavering committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child feels safe and valued. All employees are required to hold a current Employee Working with Children Check before beginning employment. Additionally, throughout the recruitment process, we conduct thorough assessments to ensure the suitability of all candidates for working with children.