Cook - Part Time at Children's Services Centre

Job Overview

Whitehorse City Council invites applications for two part-time cook positions at our Children’s Services Centres in Nunawading, Victoria. These roles focus on preparing nutritious and appealing meals and snacks for children enrolled at the centre. The positions include one working 32.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday, and the other working 13 hours per week on Thursday and Friday.

About Whitehorse City Council

Located 15 km east of Melbourne CBD, the City of Whitehorse is a diverse and vibrant community with almost 177,000 residents. The council offers more than 100 services and facilities and employs around 1300 staff. Whitehorse places strong emphasis on health, wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth for employees, fostering an innovative and supportive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals and snacks that are balanced, nutritious, and visually appealing for children in the Centre.
• Properly order and manage food supplies ensuring accuracy and timely procurement.
• Plan food distribution aligned with designated schedules and timeframes.
• Adhere to food safety, hygiene standards, and statutory regulations including the food safety plan.

Candidate Requirements

• Certificate in Food Handling is essential, along with knowledge of relevant health and hygiene legislation.
• Proven experience in food preparation and managing inventory orders effectively.
• Familiarity with nutritional needs, religious and cultural dietary considerations, and allergy management for children.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to clearly convey menu and purchasing details.

What We Offer

• Hourly salary of $34.65 plus 12% superannuation.
• Meaningful work contributing to community wellbeing.
• Supportive team environment with flexibility promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive employee wellbeing programs including health checks, gym discounts, and wellness activities.
• Opportunities for career development and learning.
• Reward and recognition schemes, study assistance, and leadership development.
• Additional benefits such as salary sacrifice options for gym/swim memberships, childcare, superannuation, and access to novated vehicle leases.
• Convenient on-site parking and accessible public transport options.

Additional Information

The City of Whitehorse values cultural and linguistic diversity and is dedicated to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace. We are committed to child safety and have rigorous policies to protect young people from harm.

Interested applicants should submit a resume (maximum of 5 pages) and a one-page statement addressing the selection criteria and your suitability for the role by August 16, 2026. For further details, contact Allison Shields at 9887 9489 or Helen Hsu at 9873 1655.