Childcare Centre Cook - Melbourne
2 days ago
Job description
Job DescriptionChildcare Centre Cook
Reference Number: 11042
Applications close: 11:00pm, 6 March 2026
Salary commencing at $36.48 per hour plus 12% superannuation (commensurate with experience)
Create healthy beginnings one meal at a time.
Are you an experienced Early Years cook who believes food is more than fuel? Do you take pride in creating vibrant, nutritious meals that nourish growing bodies and spark curiosity about healthy eating?
We're seeking a passionate and qualified professional to join our welcoming team at Strathmore Children's Centre in a permanent part-time role (31 hours per week, Monday to Friday).
This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day — shaping lifelong healthy habits for children in their most important developmental years.
With a competitive salary aligned to Council Band 3 (starting at $36.48 per hour + 12% superannuation, commensurate with experience), this role offers both professional satisfaction and excellent conditions within a supportive local government environment.
At Strathmore Children's Centre, food is central to our philosophy of care.
As our Childcare Centre Cook, you will:
Design and prepare nutritionally balanced, seasonal and culturally inclusive menus
Play a key role in supporting children's health, development and wellbeing
Build positive relationships with families through your passion for healthy eating
Ensure strict compliance with dietary, allergy and food safety requirements
Maintain the highest standards of food storage, handling and preparation
Collaborate with our dedicated educators to create engaging food-based learning experiences
Manage menu rotations, ordering and kitchen organisation with autonomy and creativity
This is more than a kitchen role — you are an integral part of the Centre's community.
What We're Looking For
We are keen to hear from experienced Early Years cooks who bring:
Certificate III (or higher) in Commercial Cookery (desirable)
Demonstrated experience in menu planning and food preparation in an Early Years or children's service setting
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate and/or Food Handling Certificate
Current and valid:
Working with Children Check
First Aid Level 2
Anaphylaxis Management
Emergency Asthma Management
Experience within children's services will be highly regarded.
Join a Council That Values You
At Moonee Valley City Council, you'll be supported by a collaborative team, strong safety standards and a culture that values professionalism, inclusion and community impact.
If you're ready to bring your culinary expertise into a rewarding environment where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.
Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application through our online system in line with the Moonee Valley City Council Application Guide.
For further information, view the Position Description or contact Bianca Egan, Childcare Centre Coordinator on
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