Cumberland City Council

Children’s Centre Cook – Casual

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking casual Children's Centre Cook's to deliver a nutritional menu to all children on a daily basis, incorporating all special dietary requirements and culture needs. You will promote healthy living through an education program that provides a warm and caring environment that enriches and enhances the children's lives and compliments their families' beliefs while introducing new tastes and cooking experiences for the children. 

In this role, you will be responsible in preparing the daily menus, organise orders for bulk food buying, maintaining supplies and the food safety program including food audits. 

The successful applicant will require:

• Certificate in Food Safety – follow basic food safety practices
• Understanding that the education and care environment must be safe for children
• Working with Children Check clearance
• Up to date knowledge of Child Protection Law (or willing to obtain)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificate as approved by ACECQA (or willing to obtain)
• Proven skills and experience in the following areas:
  o    Preparation of nutritional meals for children
  o    Menu planning – plan and evaluate meals and menus to meet recommended dietary and cultural needs
  o    Customer service
  o    Communication skills in written and oral format
  o    Computer operating systems
  o    Effective time management and organisational skills
  o    Planning and preparation of meals for over 20 children/adults
• A solid understanding of:

  o Work, Health and Safety legislation (WHS) 

  o Education and Care Services National Regulations

Download the position description here for more information. 

About this role: 

• Casual cooks can work across any of Council’s 12 education and care centres and are often required at short notice for varying shifts.

• Please note that casual hours are not regular and ongoing, and may fluctuate from hours depending on availability. You must be prepared to work in any of our 13 Childcare Centre's located in the Cumberland Local Government Area.

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 3 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $29.49 to $33.91 per hour, plus 11.5% superannuation
• 25% casual loading
• The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

Council fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions, and will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supporting Council environment, which endeavours to promote child safe child friendly practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application. It is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
• Free access to Council owned swimming pools
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process. 

What you'll need to have for this role:

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required
• Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process, in accordance with Council’s COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.

Enquiries: Telephone Angela Morgan , Coordinator Education and Care on 8757 9758 for further information.

Closing date: 11:59pm, Friday 31 January 2025 Date

  HOW TO APPLY

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire.  You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.