Role: Centre Cook & Educator

Centre:  Goodstart Beaudesert – Eaglesfield St

Employment Type: Permanent Full time, 38hr, Cook 12.5 & Educator 25.5 Monday - Friday

• Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children 
• Competitive pay – at above award  
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees 

Are you seeking a fulfilling career, a nurturing work environment, and endless growth opportunities? At Goodstart, we're not just offering jobs; we're shaping futures. Whether you're a seasoned professional in early childhood education or just embarking on your journey, we have incredible opportunities tailored just for you

In this role, you will:  

• Ensure the safety of children by preparing meals to account for special dietary requirements and allergies 
• Use your creativity and organisational skills to plan the menu and order food supplies in consultation with the Centre Director 
• Maintain high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienic  
• As a Goodstart Educator, you'll become a vital part of our team, working alongside Senior Educators and our Educational

What Goodstart can offer you: 

• Better pay - you’ll get above the award rate 
• 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave  
• Paid professional development  
• Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year  
• Free annual flu shot (optional)   
• Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance   
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave 
• Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology 
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program 

You’ll need: 

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent) 
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards 
• Current QLD Working with Children Check / Blue Card 

How to apply 

Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application. 
 
We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions – for further information and support, email deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au 

Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email recruitment@goodstart.org.au  

Supporting our people and protecting our children 

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.  

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check. 

Posting Notes: BEAUDESERT || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Certificate III - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time