Role: Centre Cook Location: Shepparton Employment Type: Permanent part time (30 hour per week) Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children Competitive pay – at least 5% above award Work life balance As a Cook at Goodstart, you'll create delicious, healthy meals that fuel young minds and bodies, becoming a cherished part of our community.Your passion for food and commitment to quality will play a crucial role in shaping the daily experiences of the children in our care.In this role, you will: Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals to account for special dietary requirements and allergies Use your creativity and organisational skills to plan the menu and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre Director Maintain high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienic Work a part time roster of 30 hours per week About Goodstart Shepparton – Bourchier Street Leaders who are focused on collaboration and actually listen to what our Educators need and want from us 105 place service, spacious rooms, large play areas and dedicated sleeping room for babies Open from 6:30-6:30 with a rotating roster in place We strive to provide a safe, caring, and natural environment that engages and challenges children on their learning journey Ample free street parking What Goodstart can offer you: We pay highly competitive wages, at least 5% above the national award rates 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave Paid professional development Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance First Nations Support and Cultural Leave You'll need: Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting Current Victorian Working with Children Check How to apply Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application.We review applications as they are submitted.We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.Have a question?Contact our Talent Acquisition Partner, Metty Ganhewage on 1800 222 543 or email Via ****** Supporting our people and protecting our children We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment.We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow.We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm.As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.