Cook– Early Childhood Education Centres

Location: DUBBO, NSW

Salary: Above Award

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Locations: Dubbo NSW | Employment Type: Full-time (38 hours per week)

Salary: From $76,515 (depending on experience) Employer: Vantage Education Pty Ltd About the Role

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Cook to join our growing group of early childhood education centres across regional New South Wales. This is a genuine, ongoing full-time role responsible for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for children in accordance with childcare nutrition guidelines, food safety standards, and centre policies.

The successful candidate may be placed at any of our regional centres listed above, depending on operational needs. Key Responsibilities Prepare daily meals and snacks for children aged 0–5 years

Plan menus aligned with Australian Dietary Guidelines and early childhood nutrition standards Cater for allergies, intolerances, and special dietary requirements Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment

Ensure compliance with Food Safety Standards and local council regulations Manage food ordering, storage, stock rotation, and waste control Work collaboratively with educators and centre management teams

Skills and Experience Required Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or higher (or equivalent) Minimum 2 years of relevant full-time work experience as a Cook.

Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and allergen management Ability to work independently and manage kitchen operations Strong organisational and time-management skills

Experience in childcare, education, healthcare, or similar settings highly regarded Requirements Full-time availability

Willingness to work at one of our regional centre- Dubbo Current Working

With Children Check (or willingness to obtain) Food Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain) Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.