Early Learning Centre - Cook About the role We’re excited to be opening a brand-new Early Learning Centre in 2026 in Campbelltown, co-located with St John’s Catholic School and offering long day care and preschool programs for children aged 2–5 years. As the ELC Cook, you will support children’s health and wellbeing by preparing nutritious, high-quality meals and snacks while maintaining strong food safety and hygiene standards. Working closely with the Centre Director and Educators, you will help create positive mealtime experiences in a warm, inclusive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to help establish a new centre and make a meaningful difference for children and families in the local community. Position: Early Learning Centre Cook Pay rate: $28.69 - $32.39 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience includes worker retention payment Hours per week: up to 28 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Position type: Permanent Part Time Location: Campbelltown If these hours don’t quite fit your availability, we still encourage you to apply. We regularly build talent pools and welcome applications for future opportunities as additional hours or days become available. What We Offer We know that a healthy work life balance supports our employees. In addition to this we offer: Access up to $18,550 tax-free through Salary Packaging (pro rata for part-time employees) 15 days paid Personal Leave per year (pro rata for part-time employees) 3 additional paid leave days over the Christmas shutdown period (pro rata for part-time employees) Up to 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave (subject to eligibility requirements) Long Service Leave available after 7 years of continuous service Study Leave and ongoing Professional Development Fitness Passport – access to a range of discounted gyms Free and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program Refer a friend and get rewarded! What You Bring to the Role Certificate III in Food Handling or equivalent qualification (preferred but not essential) Certifications including First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis, and Child Protection Training or willingness to obtain. A current Working with Children Check Experience preparing nutritious meals and managing kitchen operations in early childhood, education, health or community settings. Strong knowledge of food safety legislation, hygiene standards and allergy management requirements. Excellent organisation, communication and time management skills, including stock control and ordering. Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment. A strong commitment to child safety, wellbeing and inclusive, culturally responsive practices. About us CatholicCare Wollongong is a local not‑for‑profit organisation committed to helping those in need, regardless of background or circumstances. Our vision is for inclusive, thriving communities where the dignity of every person is respected and valued. We provide services across all stages of life including early childhood education, out of school hours care, community aged and disability care, foster care, school counselling and parenting courses across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands and Macarthur regions. Click here for the Position Description. For more information, please contact Belinda Williams on Ph: 02 42549344 Close Date: 19 June 2026. This role may close before the official date as we review applications continuously. If you’re passionate about making a difference, apply today! We value diversity and inclusion. CatholicCare Wollongong welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to child safety and the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. All roles require probity and pre-employment checks. Applications are reviewed as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We look forward to hearing from you! Applications are reviewed as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We look forward to hearing from you!
