Cook

About the Role

Wodonga TAFE's Kids on Campus Childcare Centre is seeking a skilled Cook to join their dedicated early childhood team. This opportunity offers a refreshing change from the demanding hospitality sector, presenting a chance to utilize culinary expertise to support children's growth within a balanced and supportive workplace.

The role involves preparing nutritious meals for children aged six weeks to six years, emphasizing safe food handling and allergy-aware cooking. Collaboration on menu planning adhering to dietary guidelines and budget constraints is essential, alongside maintaining strict hygiene and kitchen safety standards. This position also supports fostering a caring and respectful atmosphere for children, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve healthy meals designed for young children aged six weeks to six years.
• Ensure children's wellbeing by practicing safe food handling and accommodating allergy requirements.
• Work together with the team to plan child-friendly menus that respect dietary needs and financial limits.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safety within the kitchen environment.
• Contribute to creating a nurturing and respectful setting for children and staff.

Requirements

• Proven experience working in a commercial kitchen or within an early childhood service.
• Possession of or willingness to obtain a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Excellent time management, strong organisational skills, and a proactive, enthusiastic approach.
• A passion for preparing healthy food and promoting a better work-life balance.
• Capability to pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• Desirable: Certificate in Commercial Cookery.

Additional Information

Employed full-time on an ongoing basis, this role offers a salary range of $59,006 to $73,758 annually, plus superannuation. You will work in a positive, family-friendly environment within a professionally equipped kitchen. The employer upholds strong values focusing on integrity, respect, community collaboration, creativity, and innovation.

Wodonga TAFE prioritizes child safety, requiring all staff to complete Child Safe Training and maintain required working with children checks as well as criminal history clearances.

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday 16 August 2026. Early interviews may occur, and the position might be filled before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

About the Employer

Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE) is the result of a 2026 amalgamation of GOTAFE and Wodonga TAFE. It plays a key role in vocational education for Northern Victoria, supporting over 1,100 employees and nearly 15,000 students through expanding course offerings and strong governance.