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Cook Assistant – TLC Early Learning, Mordialloc
Part-Time | 25 Hours per Week | Employer of Choice
TLC Healthcare has proudly been an Employer of Choice for nine consecutive years and is a Global Healthy Workplaces award winner for large employers. We are committed to being leaders in integrated healthcare and creating environments where people thrive.
We are excited to welcome a part-time Cook/Cook Assistant to join Australia’s first multi-generational precinct in Mordialloc. In this unique setting, you’ll prepare nutritious and delicious meals for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and food safety.
About TLC Early Learning
Our centre provides 118 places for children aged six weeks to six years, delivering an innovative program where children and aged care residents enrich each other’s lives through meaningful interactions.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Assist the Chef in preparing morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea
- Adhere to National Quality Standards for food preparation
- Maintain a clean and organised kitchen
- Perform basic food preparation tasks
- Uphold high standards of hygiene and food safety
Hours of Work
- 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Opportunity to pick up extra hours in our onsite café and bar
About You
- Experience in meal preparation, online ordering, and stock management
- Knowledge and passion for the multi-generational care model
- Understanding of dietary guidelines and food safety practices
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
- Excellent communication skills
Things That Matter to Us
- Experience in Early Learning or Catering
- Allergen management knowledge
- HLTFSE001 – Follow Basic Food Safety Practices
- HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an Education Setting
- Certificate III in Commercial Cooking or Early Education and Childcare (desirable)
- Working with Children Check and Police Check
- Eligibility to work in Australia
- Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccinations (3 doses)
What we offer
- Program of employee and wellbeing initiatives
- Exclusive access to TLC Employee Shopping Portal
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ongoing leadership development and coaching
- Free gym membership
- Novated leasing
Join TLC Healthcare and be part of a team that values innovation, care, and community.
Apply now and help us create a healthy, happy environment for children and families!
For any questions regarding this role, please feel free to contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]
To learn more about the benefits of joining Team TLC, please visit our website tlchealthcare.com.au
We are an organisation with a strong sense of purpose that celebrates diversity, inclusion and embodies our core values of respect, accountability, excellence, collaboration, integrity and innovation.
Our culture is based on a supportive team environment where people thrive and achieve their best professionally.
TLC Healthcare encourage all people of different backgrounds to apply.
As part of our recruitment process, you may be required to complete a pre-employment psychometric and medical assessment.
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