Early Childhood Cook
6 days ago
We want our children to thrive both physically and mentally and understand the importance of a healthy and nutritious diet. Through our partnership with the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation, you'll be part of a food and learning experience that truly makes a difference.
We are looking for an extraordinary cook who can nourish the minds of our extraordinary children. 122 licensed places across 6 rooms, this modern, purpose-built service will open in January 2026
As an Early Childhood Cook, you know your key responsibilities and how integral your role is. Instead let us enlighten you on how we support our respected Story House-ers to be the best they can be.
We Value You:
Free Safe Food Handling Level 2
Upskill to a Food Safety Supervisors Certificate available
Partnership with the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation (SAKGF)
Negotiable hourly rates
Receive a meal cooked for you at a restaurant of your choice on your birthday
75% Staff Childcare Discount*
Salary packaging options
People centric, health and wellbeing initiatives inc FREE First Aid, CPR and Flu Vaccinations
Access to Sonder our 24/7 safety and wellbeing service
YOUR PAY YOUR WAY - Track, Grow and access to same-day pay with our financial wellbeing provider, Humanforce Thrive.
SHELebrate our reward and recognition platform
Discounts to 100's of major retailers
Refer a friend bonus for you to keep and treat yourself or donate to our nominated charity.
SHEL-endar our tailored professional development platform where you can access training with Education Specialists to reach your goals inc partnerships with industry leaders and dedicated early childhood cook courses.
We'll empower you to step up; step sideways; and flourish always in your pursuit of a meaningful career.
Interstate relocation support
Refer a friend bonus for you to keep and treat yourself or donate to our nominated charity.
Continuous feedback model with regular check-ins from your manager to always know the 'word on the street'.
Join one of our many committees. Being part of an inclusive team where coming together to collaborate and having a voice is encouraged.
Regular networking opportunities to come together and collaborate with other Cooks.
As part of the screening process, candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment physical medical assessment prior to an offer being made.
Story House Early Learning is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment, providing mutual respect for all employees.
At Story House, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of our community, which is why we are committed to the Child Safe Standards and have Safety as one of our values.
We look forward to meeting you.
*CCS eligible care
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