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Centre Cook

Australia, Parramatta · Job Posted May 05, 2026
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Young Academics, located in the heart of Parramatta, is seeking an experienced Centre Cook to join our team. Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and reputable provider with more than 50 centres across New South Wales. We are currently seeking an experienced Centre Cook to join our Parramatta Service. This position is a full-time role - Monday to Friday between 7am - 3pm or similar. As a Centre Cook at Young Academics, your expertise in the kitchen will assist in creating meaningful learning experiences and environments that reflect best practice and align with our service philosophy. As a service, compliance and child safety remain our highest priority, and you will be expected to uphold our child-safe practices in all aspects of your role. You will also collaborate with fellow educators to build strong, respectful partnerships with children, families and the wider community, fostering a supportive environment that enhances children's health and safety, wellbeing, confidence, and lifelong love of learning.

Job Responsibility

  • Implement and modify (where required) a seasonal menu created by our nutritionist
  • Maintain regular checks in compliance with the NSW Food Standards Code and Health Regulations
  • Assist staff and families in providing high-quality education and care
  • Collaborate with the staff and families to facilitate learning opportunities relevant to the educational program
  • Maintain professional, supportive and respectful relationships between management, staff, families and children
  • Maintain Mandatory Reporting responsibilities and requirements

Requirements

  • Demonstrated Cook/Chef experience in the Aged Care or Early Childhood Education and Care sector
  • An ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care is preferred, but not mandatory
  • Alternatively, a relevant Commercial Cooks qualification
  • Food Handlers Basics Certificate
  • Valid NSW Employee Working with Children Check
  • Knowledge of Food Standards Codes, EYLF and NQS
  • Maintain Mandatory National Child Safety Training

Nice to have

An ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care

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