Centre Cook
Nourish little learners. Bring your creativity to a role that makes a real difference.
As a Centre Cook at 黑料专区, you鈥檒l play a vital role in supporting the health, wellbeing, and daily joy of children aged 0鈥�5. From preparing nutritious meals to engaging children in food education, you鈥檒l help create healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Our Cooks are highly valued team members - supported with menu planning tools, safety systems, and a community of professionals who understand the importance of every meal served.
Why Work as a Centre Cook at Affinity?
Nourish and inspire - Prepare healthy meals that support growing bodies and curious minds
Use approved recipes and tools - Access seasonal menus and the FeedAustralia platform
Embrace your creativity - Plan fun, varied meals (and get creative with picky eaters!)
Engage children in food learning - Help kids explore healthy eating through fun, hands-on experiences
Be part of a supportive team - Work closely with educators, families, and Centre Managers
Prioritise safety - Cater for allergies and dietary needs with full support and training
What You鈥檒l Be Doing
As a Centre Cook, you鈥檒l keep the kitchen running smoothly while making mealtimes something children look forward to every day. In this role, you鈥檒l:
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Prepare and serve nutritious meals, snacks, and purees tailored to children鈥檚 needs
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Cater for a variety of dietary requirements, cultural preferences, and allergies
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Maintain a clean, safe kitchen that meets all health and hygiene standards
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Work with educators to involve children in cooking experiences and food education
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Follow safe food handling procedures and use Affinity鈥檚 allergy management systems
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Collaborate with your Centre Manager to plan menus and meet centre needs
What You鈥檒l Need
To work as a Centre Cook at Affinity, you鈥檒l need:
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A Food Safety & Handling Certificate (Health and Community)
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Experience working in a commercial or childcare kitchen
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A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (desirable but not essential)
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A valid Working with Children Check
Where It Can Take You
Centre Cook is a fulfilling role with opportunities to grow in areas such as:
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Kitchen leadership and menu planning
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Child engagement and food education programs
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Compliance or safety support roles across centres
Our Commitment to Safety
Child safety and wellbeing are at the heart of every Affinity centre - and that includes every meal prepared.
As a Centre Cook, you鈥檒l be supported with:
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Clear processes to manage allergies and dietary needs
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Use of the FeedAustralia platform to meet nutritional and regulatory requirements
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Access to child-safe kitchen procedures and documentation
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Ongoing training in food safety and hygiene best practices
Ready to Cook Up Something Meaningful?
If you love preparing healthy meals, working with children, and being part of a supportive team - we鈥檇 love to meet you. , Contact Us online聽or call聽(07) 3513 7700 to speak with our Recruitment Team.