Cook - Early Learning Centre

Pacific Hills Early Learning Centre (PHELC) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our passionate team. This is a unique opportunity to support the health and wellbeing of children in a Christ-centred environment, where care, faith, and learning are nurtured daily.

As the Cook, you will be responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious meals that support the health and development of the children. You will ensure compliance with all relevant dietary, hygiene, and safety guidelines, while managing inventory and kitchen operations. 

Commencing at earliest availability, the role involves working in a dynamic environment, and requires physical stamina, multitasking ability, and a passion for serving others.

The role is permanent full time, with working hours from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Job share arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

Pacific Hills Early Learning Centre nurtures young children in a Christ-centred environment where they are known, valued, and supported. As a ministry of the Pacific Group of Christian Schools, the ELC is committed to laying strong foundations for lifelong learning through a combination of Christian values, quality care, and play-based educational experiences. From their first steps, we nurture young lives with faith, care, and discovery.

As part of your application, please complete this application form: PHELC Application Form

To be considered for this role, you must upload a completed copy of this application form into the 'Other Documents' section by selecting ADD, along with all other documents requested. Please check you have uploaded all the required documents or made a note of missing documents, before pressing submit.

Essential Criteria: 

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
• Previous experience in hospitality/food service
• Ability to manage allergies, dietary restrictions and anaphylaxis
• Required to work closely with the Director to maintain food budgets, manage inventory and compliance standards
• Ability to model a Christian worldview and integrate Christian values into early childhood education and leadership
• Certificate CHCPRT025 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
• Certificate of Safe Food Handling (mandatory)
• Demonstrated knowledge of health, hygiene, and food safety practices
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach to challenges
• Commitment to promoting healthy eating and positive mealtime experiences
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team
• Sensitivity to cultural and developmental diversity

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to a child safe environment through implementing the Child Safe Standards and completing National Child Safety Training
• Plan and prepare healthy, balanced meals in accordance with Munch and Move guidelines and dietary requirements
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety, complying with NSW health regulations and Food Standards Australia
• Develop and rotate seasonal menus that promote healthy eating habits
• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and budgets effectively
• Collaborate with educators to meet the nutritional and developmental needs of children
• Maintain accurate records for compliance and reporting purposes
• Support educators as needed in child engagement and daily Centre operations
• Contribute to a Christ-centred culture that respects all backgrounds and beliefs

The School offers staff the opportunity to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment. 

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Pacific Hills Early Learning Centre is a child safe workplace: all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Number for verification. 

For further information, please contact HR Department by email **@pacific.education, referencing the school and role you are enquiring about.