Location: South Innisfail, Cassowary Coast Region QLD 4860, Mamu Country
Centre: Goodstart South Innisfail Mourilyan Road
Employment Type: Part Time 12.5 hours per week, fixed term contract until the end of January 2026
Pay: up to $32.43 per hour + Superannuation + Benefits
Delight little customers with big appetites – provide delicious meals and influence the nutritional outcomes of Australian children
Competitive pay – at least 5% above award
Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees
As a Kitchen Hand at Goodstart, you'll serve delicious, healthy meals that fuel young minds and bodies, becoming a cherished part of our community. Your passion for food and commitment to quality will play a crucial role in shaping the daily experiences of the children in our care.
In this role, you will:
Ensure the safety of children by serving pre-made, freshly delivered meals to account for special dietary requirements and allergies
Maintain high standards of food safety by ensuring all storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks is hygienic
Work a part time roster of 12.5 hours per week (2.5 hours daily Monday to Friday 8:30am - 11:00am), no night shifts, no split shifts and no weekend work!
About Goodstart South Innisfail Mourilyan Road:
Join a childcare and education community that embraces the vision: "We welcome our families, we nurture our children, and we value everyone." Become a part of our experienced team, where qualified and long-term staff use their skills, expertise, and wisdom to support children, all while fostering a joyful and nurturing care environment.
Our intimate 58-place service features inviting indoor and outdoor spaces. The expansive outdoor area is large enough to support our activities and backs onto a tranquil block of land with serene cane plants, providing a peaceful backdrop for both children and staff.
As a culturally diverse family service, we warmly welcome any new team member with open arms and big hearts. We hope you will feel as comfortable and valued as we do in this supportive environment.
What Goodstart can offer you:
We pay highly competitive wages, at least 5% above the national award rates
50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
Paid professional development
Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
Free annual flu shot (optional)
Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
Uniform allowance and employee referral program
You’ll need:
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or experience cooking within a childcare setting
Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
How to apply
Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application.
We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Have a question? Contact your Talent Acquisition Partner, Kylie Pearson, on (07) 3918 2099 or via email kpearson3@goodstart.org.au
Supporting our people and protecting our children
We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
Posting Notes: INNISFAIL || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || No Early Childhood Qualification || Part-Time