COOK – MAREEBA KIDS CAMPUS

Mareeba Kids Campus provides local children and families a sustainable service that offers high quality early childhood education-oriented care facilities operated by qualified and professional staff who have employment security and career progression opportunities.

The Role

This is a permanent full-time role 38 hours per week, Monday -Friday. We are looking for someone who is passionate about cooking and is looking to commit to a long-term position. We value the importance of children's health and nutrition and are looking for a cook with the same values who enjoys cooking for children and who can share their knowledge of nutrition with the children. To succeed in this role, you will be a good communicator, well-organised, friendly, adaptive and creative. You will have knowledge and awareness of nutrition, food handling and hygiene, food allergies and intolerances, and menu planning.

Key Responsibilities

Develop a rotating menu, in accordance with the Centre's nutrition policy guidelines and the Healthy Eating Advisory Service for all children, including children with allergies and intolerances.

Provide a variety of nutritious foods that are suitable for children aged three months to five years

Complete weekly ordering as per current menu

Ensure a high level of health & safety standards are maintained at all times

Have good time management skills and be confident in managing a kitchen

Ensure the kitchen and appliances are well looked after at all times

Interact with children, educators and families in a positive, sensitive and respectful manner at all times.

Ensure presentation of food is appealing and exciting for children

Support the development and maintenance of the food safety plan and program

Follow procedure regarding food preparation and production duties and adhere to daily menu plans.

Essential Requirements

Experience in an early childhood environment in a similar capacity (preferred)

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Able to complete tasks on time with minimal supervision

Able to stand for extended periods of time

High level of attention-to-detail

Good organisational abilities

Positive and approachable manner

Ability to follow direction, policies and procedures

Strong Work Health and Safety focus

Flexible approach and attitude

Team player

Genuine interest and care for working within an early learning facility

Current Working with Children Check issued by Blue Card Services, Department of Justice and Attorney-General

A certificate in Food Handling

Food Safety Supervisor certificate

A current certificate in First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma (or be willing to obtain)

Perks and Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunity for Career Advancement

Access to Paid Professional Development

Company Sponsored Events

Discounted Child Care Fees

1 week Christmas New Year Annual Closure

How to Apply

If you have the right skills and experience, please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]

For further information about the role please contact the Centre Manager,

Kirsty Gillies, [email protected]

Applications close 17th August 2025