Early Education Centre Cook
- Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children aged 0-5 years.
- Manage food ordering and kitchen supplies while maintaining a safe kitchen.
- Work alongside educators and families to promote healthy eating habits.
Love cooking and making a difference in children's lives?
We're looking for a caring and organised Cook to join our Early Education Centre team. In this rewarding role, you'll prepare nutritious meals and snacks for children aged 0-5 years, helping support their health, wellbeing and development every day.
About the role
- Prepare healthy, balanced meals and snacks in line with Australian Dietary Guidelines
- Cater for allergies, special dietary requirements and cultural needs
- Manage food ordering and kitchen supplies
- Maintain a safe, clean and hygienic kitchen
- Work alongside educators and families to promote healthy eating habits
About you
- Experience in cooking, catering or hospitality
- Knowledge of food safety and safe food handling practices
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- A genuine passion for children's health and wellbeing
- Experience preparing meals for young children will be highly regarded
What's on offer?
- Part-time position
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Meaningful work that positively impacts children every day
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
- Apply by uploading a cover letter and your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 1st November 2026.
- Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of job ad closing.
- Package: $60,887 - $64,405 gross p.a. (full time equivalent) plus 12% superannuation.
- Hours of work: Temporary and PermanentPart-time.Working up to 22 hours per week.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Jessica Chappell, Business Administration Supervisor JChappell@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
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About Sutherland Shire Council
Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.
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