Monday to Friday | 2:00pm – 4:30pm

40 weeks per year (term time) / increasing to 46 weeks per year once Vacation Care commences

Additional hours may be offered

Are you passionate about preparing nutritious snacks and meals for children in a warm, community-focused environment? We are seeking a dedicated Cook (Grade 2) to join our Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) team.

About the Role

You will be responsible for:

Planning, preparing, and cooking meals and snacks for children aged 5-12, following established recipes and nutritional guidelines.

Catering to children with specific dietary needs, allergies, and food preferences, ensuring all meals are safe and suitable.

Maintaining a safe, clean, organised and sanitary kitchen environment, operating kitchen equipment, adhering to food safety standards and procedures.

Monitoring stock levels, placing orders for supplies, and receiving deliveries.

Ensuring food quality and presentation meet standards, and that portion sizes are appropriate.

Working with educators and families to gather information about children's dietary needs and preferences.

Assisting with menu planning, taking into account nutritional guidelines and children's preferences.

Supporting a positive, welcoming atmosphere during our busy afternoon sessions.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

Enjoys working with children in a care setting.

Has experience in food preparation, cooking or kitchen work.

Can follow nutritional guidelines and has an understanding of common dietary needs.

Ability to communicate effectively with staff, families, and children.

Works well in a team, with reliability and a friendly attitude.

What We Offer

Supportive OSHC team and positive workplace culture.

School term consistency with vacation care variety.

Opportunity to contribute to children’s wellbeing through healthy, home-style food.

Required Qualifications. The successful applicant will hold:

Current First Aid qualifications as approved by ACECQA

Hold or be willing to obtain a Food Handling/Food Safety certificate

Current Working with Children check

Current Mandatory Notification training

The successful applicant will be required to undergo our screening process.

A Position Information Document is available for this role. Please email [email protected] to request a copy.

If you have a passion for cooking and want to make a difference in children’s afternoons, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter. Please include the names and contact details of two referees.