Childcare Cook

Woodlands is currently seeking acasual cookto join our team and support the daily preparation of healthy, nutritious meals for children in our care. If you’re passionate about children’s health, enjoy working in a fast-paced setting, and have experience in food preparation, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us:

At Woodlands we are driven by a bold vision: to deliver outstanding education that empowers every child, regardless of background, to thrive through access to exceptional early education.

Our mission is to nurture curious minds, kind hearts, and confident future leaders through a unique blend of play-based discovery and evidence-informed teaching. Every day, we create meaningful learning experiences that spark joy, build resilience, and lay the foundation for lifelong success.

Join us on our journey to make a lasting impact in the lives of children, families, and communities.

About the Opportunity

Woodlands is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic team member to support our Campus Chef in preparing and serving nutritious meals for children, including morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and late snacks. You’ll help ensure meals are delivered on time, maintain a clean and organised kitchen, and follow all food safety and hygiene standards. Responsibilities also include assisting with cleaning schedules, sanitising equipment, and promptly reporting or removing unsafe items.

This role plays an important part in maintaining a safe and healthy environment. You’ll follow health and safety procedures, participate in emergency drills and incident reporting, and ensure the kitchen meets all regulatory requirements. A clean uniform, apron, tied-back hair, and enclosed shoes are required at all times while working in the kitchen.

The Ideal Candidate:

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Experience preparing nutritious, child-friendly meals in a childcare or early learning setting

Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices, especially for young children

Valid Working with Children Check, First aid and CPR, Mandatory reporting and Food handling certificates.

Knowledge of the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011

Reliable, organised, and passionate about supporting children's health through quality food

Ready to join our team? Click**"Apply Now"**to submit your CV and cover letter—we look forward to hearing from you! If you have any question regarding the role, reach out to Justine atjustine.wong@woodlandelc.comwith your queries.