Are you passionate about cooking and looking for a role where you can make a real difference—while still enjoying your afternoons and weekends? At Armadillo Childcare, we’re looking for a talented and caring Centre Cook to join our team and create nutritious, tasty meals that support the wellbeing and development of children in our care.

About the Role

As our Centre Cook, you’ll plan and prepare healthy hot and cold meals and snacks each day for up to 75 children. You’ll have the opportunity to be creative with your menus, while ensuring they meet dietary and allergy requirements. This is a key role in our team, and you’ll be responsible for managing kitchen operations including stock ordering, food safety, and cleanliness.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in planning menus, budgeting, ordering stock, and managing kitchen supplies
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and allergy-aware meal preparation
• Ability to work independently and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment
• A team player with strong communication skills
• Availability for fixed shifts Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 2:00pm

Essential Qualifications and Checks

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an ACECQA-approved Early Childhood qualification with cooking experience preferred
• Valid Working with Children Check / Blue Card / DCSI Clearance
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join Us

At Armadillo Childcare, part of the G8 Education network, we offer a supportive and friendly environment where your contributions are truly valued. Our team enjoys delightful indoor and outdoor spaces, high-quality learning resources, and a commitment to excellence in early education.

The Benefits

• 10% above award wages
• 50% discount on childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
• Access to over 400 centres for career growth opportunities
• Free professional development through G8’s Wonder.LAB platform
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Discounts with over 350 retailers through our staff benefits platform
• Uniforms provided
• Access to health and wellness programs

Flexible Work Options

We understand that flexibility matters. Whether you’re looking for part-time hours to fit around family, study, or other commitments, we’re happy to discuss what works for you during your interview.

If you’re ready to bring your love of cooking into a rewarding early childhood setting, we’d love to hear from you.

To learn more about our centre, visit our website: https://www.earlylearningservices.com.au/our-centres/childcare-smithfield

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G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.