Join The Grove Early Learning as a Cook. This is a unique opportunity to combine top-tier skills with hands-on experience making a genuine difference in the child care industry. The Platinum Early Learning Trust (ABN: 75 253 689 866) - trading as The Grove Early Learning - is seeking a reliable, talented and detail-focused Cook to join our child care centre located in Kelvin Grove, QLD. Benefits: Competitive salary package ($75,000 - $80,000 plus super) Stable full-time position in a supportive, inclusive firm Opportunity to apply specialist skills in a meaningful role Long-term career growth potential within a professional team environment Main Duties & Responsibilities As a Cook you will have a passion for providing healthy nutritious meals daily to the children, you will have a state-of-the-art brand-new commercial kitchen and appliances as well as: Be able to prepare, implement and evaluate the nutritional content of menus for children of all ages Have experience in bulk meal preparation, online ordering, stock management and budget control Maintain a clean and safe kitchen, in accordance with Food and Council Authority requirements Maintain adequate and correct documentation in line with the Food Safety Program Ability to cater for individual child requirements including allergies, specific dietary requirements and needs Ability to work 5 days per week Qualifications Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, or similar, with at least two years of relevant experience or at least three years of experience as a cook Food Safety Supervisor Certificate or willing to obtain one Current Blue Card - Working with children check Experience Proven experience as a Cook Experience in an early learning centre environment is highly regarded We Also Offer Uniforms provided Approachable and dedicated leadership team Supportive work environment Heavily discounted childcare fees Professional development opportunities Networking opportunities Paid Birthday Leave Quarterly incentives Paid staff meetings and more About the Company The Grove Early Learning is a Kelvin Grove-based, purpose-built centre that cares for children from 6 weeks to school age throughout five fully serviced, modern learning rooms designed specifically for each age group. The company operates play-based learning programs in interactive environments, with qualified educators, a government-approved kindergarten, nutritious food and close parent communication.
