Childcare Cook

At a glance

Work type: 22.5 hours per week.

Salary: $73,172 to $80,554 (pro rata) plus 12% superannuation.

Employment Type: Permanent Part time.

Closing date: 9pm, Sunday 5 July 2026

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City’s future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable.

At Council, we prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We are committed to implementing child safe practices to create an environment where children feel safe and included. We screen candidates to ensure their suitability to work with children, this includes conducting National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, and through reference checks. Our commitment to child safety is explained in Council's Child Safe Commitment Statement.

About the role

This position is responsible for planning and implementing a nutritional menu for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age within the Early Learning Centre.  

You will be expected to implement a nutritious menu that caters for all dietary requirements of the children.  You will also be expected to maintain a hygienic kitchen and maintain all documentation in line with the statutory requirements.    

In addition to this you will also be completing below duties:

• Display the weekly menu for parents to view. 
• Attend staff meetings and staff development sessions outside normal working hours as required. 
• Plan a rotational menu within budget requirements. 
• Prepare all meals and snacks. 

About You

The successful candidate should have:

• Previous experience planning and implementing a nutritional menu for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age within an Early Learning Centre
• Certificate in Food Handling, Nutrition and Menu Planning.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Sound knowledge and experience in food preparation, nutritional standards, menu preparation, food hygiene practices & kitchen management.  
• Demonstrated ability to work within a set budget.
• First Aid Certificate (HLTAID0012)
• Working With Children Check Clearance Number

What’s on offer

We are offering a 22.5 hour permanent part time opportunity, with an attractive remuneration from $73,172 to $80,554 (pro rata) plus 12% superannuation.

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: 

• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) 

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. 

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact our Recruitment team on email recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

How to apply 

Candidates MUST apply online.

Applications through other mediums will not be accepted at this time.

 Please attach a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role.

Applications close 9pm, Sunday 5 July 2026

As this is a child-related position, prohibited persons as defined under the NSW Child Protection Act are not eligible to apply.

A Paid Working with Children Check must be uploaded as part of your application.

If you do not have a valid Working with Children Check and meet the remaining requirements of the role, please answer your pre-screening questions accordingly and reach out to Recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au to confirm that your WWCC is in progress.

Council is committed to providing a child safe environment and is guided by the NSW Child Safe Standards | Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on Council's Child Safe Framework please visit Child Safe | City of Parramatta.

 This position requires the preferred candidate to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test. 

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.