Are you passionate about nourishing young minds and bodies? Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our Early Education Centre team. This is more than just a kitchen role - it’s an opportunity to shape healthy habits and support the wellbeing of children aged 0–5 through nutritious and thoughtfully prepared meals.
About the Role
As our Early Education Centre Cook, you’ll be responsible for planning and preparing a variety of balanced, delicious meals that meet the dietary, cultural and developmental needs of our children. Your menus will follow Australian Dietary Guidelines, support food safety and hygiene standards and contribute to a welcoming, nurturing environment at mealtimes.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Preparing fresh, healthy meals and snacks for children aged 0–5
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Designing seasonal menus that reflect nutritional guidelines and diverse cultural needs
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Catering to individual dietary requirements, including allergies and restrictions
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Ensuring all food handling, hygiene and kitchen safety practices are met
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Collaborating with educators and families to support positive mealtime routines
About You
You’ll be a proactive and organised team player who enjoys working with children and has a genuine interest in their health and wellbeing. You bring creativity to the kitchen and can meet the daily demands of a busy childcare environment.
Essential:
Desirable:
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Experience cooking in a childcare or hospitality setting
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Recognised basic nutrition training
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First Aid Certificate
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Knowledge of anaphylaxis and allergy-safe food handling
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
- Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 23rd November 2025. Previous applicants need not apply.
- Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of job ad closing.
- Hourly Rate: $29.62 - $31.33 gross per hour plus 12% superannuation.
- Package: $58,545 - $61,927 (FTE) gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
- Hours of work: 18 hours per week, working days Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (6 hours per day). Flexibility to pick up additional shifts may be available, depending on operational needs.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Jessica Chappell, Business Administration Supervisor, JChappell@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
Click on the link to check out the Position Description
Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.
