Childcare Centre Cook/ Educator

CHILDCARE CENTRE COOK

5 day a week position

At Kidscape Early Learning Centre Ballarat we value the care and development of each individual child.

We are currently seeking an amazing Cook who is dedicated on providing a high quality nutritious menu for the children at our service. In return we are committed to supporting your professional development. Being a privately owned and operated service allows us time and flexibility to ensure only the best possible outcomes are achieved. Backed by an exceptional Director, Approved Provider and Operations Manager you will be given every opportunity to learn and grow, facilitating the most professional, caring and positive experience for all children, families and peers.

Essential Criteria:

Applicants must hold relevant Food handling certificates or be prepared to obtain immediately

Current Working with Children Check or prepared to obtain one.

Previous childcare centre cooking would be advantageous but not necessary.

Passionate about young children's health and desire to role model healthy cooking options for young children.

Ability to cater for children with allergies

Ability to work autonomously

Bright, friendly, dynamic and energetic.

Min Cert 3 qualified if looking for Educator position as well

Duties will include:

Weekly ordering from preferred suppliers for fruit, vegetables and groceries.

Assist with planning nutrionally balanced meals for children.

Review menus over a seasonal rotational roster in conjunction with Management and centre budgets.

Communicate with families and educators in relation to special dietary requirements for children's health needs.

Plan and cook for meals such as: morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and late snack.

Ensure health and safety standards are maintained at a high standard at all times, meeting council health audits.

Assist in small group experiences with the children and introducing them to the wonderful world of cooking.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

Working with Children Check.

A Senior First Aid Certificate inclusive of CPR Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.

A passion for working in the Early Childhood industry

A great work ethic and strong written and verbal communication skills.

The ability to work positively within a team.

A highly motivated, flexible and reliable attitude.

Are you ready to be valued by

Regular professional development opportunities.

Supplied Uniforms.

Supportive management structure.

Childcare discount.

If this sounds like you please provide your resume via Seek.