Centre Cook - Mayfield Early Education Enoggera

Do you love cooking and are looking for a flexible, family-friendly role where you can make a real impact?

We’re on the hunt for a passionate and creative Cook to join our close-knit team at Mayfield Early Education – Enoggera! This is a Permanent Part-Time position (30 hours per week, 6-hour shifts, Monday to Friday) – and we can be flexible with the hours to help you achieve that perfect work-life balance!

Why this role is amazing:

• No weekends, no late nights – Enjoy your evenings and weekends off!
• Work in a supportive, family-like environment – Our team is tight-knit, friendly, and fun! 
• Create nutritious, delicious meals – Help fuel growing minds and bodies!
• Get creative in the kitchen – Bring your own flair and ideas to our menus!
• Job stability + flexibility – Permanent hours with the ability to adjust your shifts to suit your lifestyle.
• Potential to inspire future little chefs – Who knows? You might be sparking a love for cooking!
• Enjoy a HUGE 90% childcare discount – Helping you balance work and family life!
• A warm, welcoming, and supportive workplace!

What you’ll be doing:

• Cooking up wholesome, tasty meals that children will love!
• Planning and preparing nutritionally balanced menus (including dietary/allergy-friendly options).
• Maintaining a clean and safe kitchen while meeting health & safety guidelines.
• Being a part of our warm and welcoming early education family!

What we’re looking for:

• Passion for cooking and providing nutritious meals for children (ages 6 weeks – 6 years).
• Experience in meal planning, kitchen management, and food preparation.
• Understanding of dietary restrictions and allergies.
• A team player who loves engaging with children, families, and staff.
• Valid WWCC & Food Handling Certificate.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (preferred).
• First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma certificates (or willingness to obtain).

Why us?

At Mayfield Early Education, we look after the people who care for our little legends. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Career development opportunities including a monthly leadership series and pathways to grow your career.
• Professional development, including overseas study tour opportunities!
• Nationally Recognised Traineeships - we partner with KKTC (backed by TAFE) to offer Cert III, Diploma, Bachelor and Management-level qualifications in ECEC.
• Above award rates for the right candidates in the right roles – we pay what you're worth.
• Sign-on bonuses – because we’re excited to have you on board
• Staff referral bonuses – because great people know great people!
• Reward & recognition programs applicable to all employees because we see you; we value you, and we want you to know it.
• And because your wellbeing matters too, we’ve partnered with Sonder to give you and your family access to 24/7 confidential medical, safety & wellbeing support.

If you’re ready to turn your love of food into a rewarding career where your cooking truly makes a difference, apply today! We’d love to welcome you into our Mayfield family.

Mayfield Early Education, including it’s Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. Our organisation has zero tolerance for child abuse and neglect.  We strongly uphold our child safety policies & procedures, and we actively work to create a child-safe environment. As part of our commitment, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive background checks, including reference checks, Working with Children Check (WWCC), child protection training and other relevant screening as required. We expect all staff to uphold our values of respect, inclusion, and child protection always.

Mayfield Childcare Limited celebrates diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for every team member. We welcome applicants of all genders, orientations, races, and backgrounds, believing that the more diverse our team, the more we can teach the next generation about respect, equality, and fairness. Join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land – the Wurundjeri people, and pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present.