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OverviewDescription: Are you passionate about creating nutritious and delicious meals for children? Join our team as a childcare caterer at our Northlakes Education and Care Centre and make a positive impact on young lives every day!Work school hours in a community focused childcare centreUse your cooking skills to create delicious meals for childrenPermanent part-time role (22 hours per week) at our Northlakes centreLocation: Central Coast NSW, New South WalesAbout The RoleAs part of Central Coast Council''s Education and Care team, you will put your passion for preparing nutritious food to great use, looking after the development of growing children. You will have the children''s best interests at heart and facilitate respectful relationships both with colleagues and parents as you deliver delicious, varied and nutritious meals and snacks for children aged between 6 weeks and 5 years.The Caterer position works primarily within school hours, typically between 8.30am and 2.30pm, providing a great opportunity for experienced cooks looking for the flexibility to fit in with family or other commitments.This position is required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community.Key Activities Of This Role IncludePlan, display, prepare and evaluate fortnightly menus according to nutritional guidelines as recommended by the NSW Health Department for all children in care in consultation with staff and familiesProvide a diversity of menus to reflect the nutritional, cultural and dietary requirements for all children in careOrganise kitchen supplies and delivery for both consumable and durable goods in accordance with the annual/weekly budget under the supervision of the Centre DirectorChampion and maintain the health, hygiene and safety standards of kitchen utensils and equipment according to statutory regulations.About YouIdeally holding a Statement of Attainment in Food Handling, you have solid recent experience in a similar role catering for large groupsYou have a current, valid Working with Children''s Check Clearance (or are willing to obtain prior to any formal offer of employment)You want to work for the benefit of children and families in your communityYou are adaptable and self motivated, bringing a positive and organised approach to your work, and enjoy being part of a lively team environmentHaving a work/life balance is important to youOur position description provides more information for you to learn more about this role.Other Important InformationThe commencing salary for this position is up to $733 per week. Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $849 per week on completion of assessment of skills and performance plus 12% superannuationWe have a permanent part-time position working 22 hours per week.This role is located at Northlakes Little Coast Kids.Council may create an eligibility list from this recruitment process and may utilise this eligibility list to fill other permanent or temporary vacancies.Extra BenefitsCentral Coast Council provides a range of extras to help balance life. Examples include Fitness Passports, wellbeing leave twice a year, and an Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing initiatives for you and your immediate family.Long service leave after 5 years of continuous serviceFree flu vaccination programTime provided for annual skin cancer screening, breast screening and blood donationsAccess to professional development with career development and learning programsCheers program to reward and recognise staffNovated leasing partnershipsCentral Coast Council is committed to equal opportunity employment and providing a work environment that fosters equity, diversity and respect. The council is also committed to safe environments that protect the wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.Want to know more?The contact person for this role is Kylie Payne, Section Manager Education and Care. You can contact Kylie on 0408 229 857.This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 8 February 2026.LocationCentral Coast Council is located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour''s drive from Newcastle. The Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. It is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW.How To ApplyWe have provided resources to help you apply for a role at Central Coast Council. By completing and submitting this online application you confirm that information provided is true and correct. You acknowledge that any offer of employment may be withdrawn if the information is false. You consent to employment screening checks where appropriate, including reference checks, pre-employment medical checks, Working with Children Check, entitlement to work in Australia, employment history, and other verifications. You will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in Australia if selected for an interview.To Lodge Your Application, Please Follow These Steps:Answer the online questions shownAttach your resumeAttach your qualifications and licencesAfter submission you will receive an automated confirmation email. If you do not receive it, you may need to lodge another application. If you require assistance, contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing [email protected]. If you are deaf, hearing or speech impaired, you can contact us through the National Relay Service.You will be notified by phone or e-mail if selected for an interview. You can save your application and return later via the follow-up email. If you don''t have a computer, you can lodge your application at a Council library location with a free 1-hour computer timeslot booking.We will not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from recruitment agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr