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Centre Cook – Permanent Part Time (30 hrs/week)
Windsor Neighbourhood Childcare Centre

Unlock Your Creative Freedom in the Kitchen!

Are you a passionate and organised cook who loves creating nourishing meals in a warm, community-driven environment? Windsor Neighbourhood Childcare Centre is looking for a dedicated Centre Cook to join our small, welcoming early learning centre in Windsor, where we care for up to 54 children each day.

This is more than just a kitchen role — you'll be a key part of our centre, preparing healthy, balanced meals and snacks that support children's learning, growth, and energy every single day. With a predictable Monday to Friday schedule and no split shifts, late nights, or weekend work, this is a role that truly fits around your life.

If you love food, take pride in your work, and want to make a genuine difference in the lives of young children, we'd love to hear from you — apply today!

What You'll Be Doing:

• Planning and preparing nutritious, balanced meals and snacks (morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea) in line with dietary requirements and food safety standards
• Managing the kitchen, including ordering supplies, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring all food is prepared in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Working closely with the team to cater for children's individual allergies and dietary needs
• Maintaining accurate records in line with food safety requirements
• Bringing creativity, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for childhood nutrition to everything you do

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Has experience in a similar cook or kitchen role — experience in an early childhood or school setting is highly regarded
• Genuinely loves cooking and understands the importance of healthy nutrition for young children
• Is reliable, efficient, organised, and capable of managing a kitchen budget
• Holds a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or is willing to obtain one)
• Holds a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or is willing to obtain one
• Child protection qualification is a requirement for this role
• Is a warm, collaborative team player who thrives in a small, community-focused environment
• Has knowledge of safe food handling practices and relevant health and safety regulations

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Genuine Work-Life Balance - a permanent part-time role: 30-hour, Monday to Friday role means no split shifts, no late nights, and no weekend work — enjoy your evenings and keep your weekends free
• A Workplace You'll Love - Work in a charming, welcoming centre filled with warmth and character, supported by a friendly and collaborative team
• Creative Freedom in the Kitchen - Bring your ideas to life with the opportunity to plan fresh, nutritious menus in a kitchen that celebrates your passion for food
• Flexible Work Location - Opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC's 130+ services, if desired
• Reward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work and outstanding contribution
• Employee Referral Bonus - Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them to join CEEC and receive a referral bonus as a thank-you for helping grow our team
• Up to 95% Childcare Discount - Take advantage of generous staff discounts across 130+ CEEC services — supporting both your career and your family

Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe: Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

How to Apply: Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.

Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.

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