Step into the role of Cook at Nido Kingsway, where you’ll be more than just a team member—you'll be a hands-on teacher, a role model, and an inspiration to young minds. The kitchen is yours; create an environment to unleash your culinary creativity and passion for great cooking, helping our children create lifelong healthy habits.  

BENEFITS:

• Childcare discount for your own children 
• FREE ECA membership, professional development via online learning platform and conferences
• Part-time position, Monday to Friday
• Discounted health insurance through Bupa

ABOUT YOU:

• Contribute to exceeding outcomes for children and educators
• Have great time management and love keeping a kitchen in premium condition
• Are a voice for all children
• Driven to provide outstanding nutrition and education to young children
• Have experience in cooking for a large amount of children at any one time
• Comply with all relevant legislation, early childhood regulations, policies, procedures, and work guidelines 
• Strong understanding of allergens and dietary requirements

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Conduct weekly stock take and ordering 
• Maintain and ensure a high level of cleanliness and hygiene such as cleaning and washing
• A valid Working with Children Check or willing to obtain
• Current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (required)
• Cert II / III in Commercial Cooking, highly regarded, however not required
• Cooking experience in an early childhood setting, highly regarded

ABOUT THE SERVICE:

• Stunning 82 place service within walking distance to cafe’s and local shops
• Caters for children from 6 weeks to five years old across 5 rooms and 3 stunning outdoor play areas
• Opening hours of the service are - 6:30am-6:30pm, Monday-Friday
• Strong management team to coach and guide you through your career
• Utilise the Story Park platform, enriching our communication with families about their child's development and fostering a sense of active participation.

A note from the Nido family:  

“I love cooking and sharing time with the children at lunch.  I also love spending time in the edible garden showing the children our delicious home-grown food.”  
Hong – Nido Team Member   

HOW TO APPLY:
If you are interested, CLICK APPLY NOW!
For more information on Nido Early Schools, please visit our website (www.nido.edu.au)
  
Nido Early School is a Child Safe Organisation. We have a zero tolerance to child abuse, and are committed to the safety, participation, and empowerment of all children. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants.