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Cook | Aussie Kindies Niagara Park Nourish Young Minds Through Healthy Food

Do you love creating nutritious meals that make a difference? At Aussie Kindies Niagara Park, we're looking for a passionate and organised Cook to join our warm and supportive team.

As the heart of our kitchen, you'll play an important role in supporting children's growth, wellbeing and lifelong healthy eating habits through fresh, nutritious meals prepared with care.

Permanent Part Time | 30 Hours Per Week

About Our Centre

Welcome to Aussie Kindies Niagara Park, a vibrant 59-place centre where learning, play and wellbeing go hand in hand.

Our educators are passionate about helping children develop healthy habits from an early age, and our kitchen plays a key role in that journey. You'll be joining a collaborative team that values creativity, relationships and making every day meaningful for children and families.

About the Role

As our Centre Cook, you'll be responsible for planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks that meet the dietary needs of young children while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.

You'll enjoy the support of:

• A national network of Affinity centre cooks sharing recipes and ideas
• The Feed Australia Program to help you plan healthy, balanced menus
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Dedicated support from our experienced centre and operations teams

Your Day Will Include

• Preparing healthy and nutritious meals and snacks for children
• Planning and evaluating menus in line with nutritional guidelines
• Managing food orders, stock control and kitchen budgets
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and compliance standards
• Catering for allergies, cultural requirements and dietary needs
• Encouraging children's understanding of healthy eating through centre activities and events

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

✔ Passionate about children's health and nutrition

✔ Experienced in high-volume meal preparation

✔ Organised with strong stock management and ordering skills

✔ Knowledgeable in food safety practices and compliance requirements

✔ Reliable, positive and able to work independently

✔ Excited to be part of a team that supports children's learning and wellbeing

Essential Requirements

• Current Food Safety Supervisor and Food Handling Certificate
• Experience preparing meals in a commercial or childcare environment
• Reliable transport
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates (or willingness to obtain)

Desirable

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)
• Previous experience working in Early Childhood Education and Care

Why Join Affinity Education?

At Affinity, our purpose is to realise the potential in everyone—from the children in our care to the educators, cooks and leaders who support them.

When you join us, you'll become part of one of Australia's largest and most respected early education providers, with genuine opportunities to grow your career.

Affinity Advantages

• 50% discount on childcare fees from your first day
• 30% discount on Goodlife Health Clubs and Fitness First memberships
• Fully funded professional development through the Affinity Learning Academy
• Leadership and management training programs
• Career progression opportunities across our national network
• Scholarships for Master's degrees in Early Childhood Education
• Dedicated operational, quality and educational support teams
• Access to TELUS Health wellbeing services
• Retail and lifestyle discounts with over 100 partners
• Bupa health and insurance benefits

Child Safety Commitment

At Affinity Education, child safety is our highest priority.

We are a Child Safe Organisation committed to the safety, wellbeing and rights of every child. We maintain a culture of child safety and have a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse, harm and neglect.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about creating healthy meals, building positive relationships and contributing to a centre where children thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

LOVE. LEARN. GROW. Apply today and help nourish the next generation.