Child Care Cook - Casual

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

Join our dynamic Kids' Early Learning team dedicated to providing a nurturing and engaging environment for young minds. We are seeking skilled Casual Child Care Cooks to add flavour and nutrition to our little ones' daily experiences.

This position is responsible for collaborating on, preparing and cooking nutritious meals for children following dietary guidelines and allergies.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children through nutritious and delicious meals!

About Kids' Early Learning

Here at Council, we own and operate a childcare business, Kids’ Early Learning, with a portfolio of 27 childcare centres and over 70 family daycare educators.

Kids’ Early Learning has approximately 300 full-time, part-time and casual staff, and operates throughout the Blacktown local government area, serving over 1700 families and providing care and learning needs for their children.

If you would like to know more about Kids' Early Learning, please visit our website.

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Completion of an accredited Course/s in nutrition, menu planning and safe food handling for cooks in Children’s Services which meet requirements for cooks in child care centres under the Education and Care Services National Law 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulations 2018
• Working with Children Check clearance valid for paid work.

Desirable:

• Experience in cooking for large numbers and be aware of dietary requirements of young children
• Certificate in commercial cookery
• Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations
• Computer literate
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Current class C driver's licence.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $29.2716 per hour plus 25% casual loading 
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer superannuation contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport and gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

This position has been identified as child related work, in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation 2013. Therefore, your application must include a Working with Children Check (WWCC) number. For further information, go to https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check. 

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

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  APPLY NOW USING OUR FAST, EASY TO USE ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS: 

1. Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach. 
2. Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without 'logging-out' of the system.
3. Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.
   
   Best of luck.

Closing Date:           Friday 5 July 2024, 11.59 pm    

Contact Officer:       Melanie Piefke on 9839 6440

INTERNAL REF:       Casual