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Childrens Centre Cook
part-time•Ballarat
About this role
Be responsible for the purchase, preparation and provision of nutritious meals for all children at Federation Children’s Centre.
• Commercial Services – SMB Campus
• Part-time (0.8), continuing appointment
• HEW 2 - $60,668 p.a. (pro-rata) plus up to 17% superannuationPosition closing date: 15/02/2026
• Commercial Services – SMB Campus
• Part-time (0.8), continuing appointment
• HEW 2 - $60,668 p.a. (pro-rata) plus up to 17% superannuationPosition closing date: 15/02/2026
Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.
With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.
About the role
In this role, you will be responsible for the purchase, preparation and provision of nutritious meals for up to 80 children ranging in aged between 6 weeks and 6 years.
You will:
plan and prepare nutritious menus for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea;
plan and order required food, drink and groceries;
clean and maintain the kitchen environment and equipment to ensure food safety standards are met; and
liaise with parents and staff on individual Children’s nutritional requirements.
About you
To be considered for this position, you will have demonstrated:
completion of a Level 2 Food Handlers Certificate;
sound knowledge of the Food Safety Act 1984;
general understanding of the General understanding of the legislative and regulatory requirement for Early Childhood Education and Care;
knowledge of health and safety requirement specific to Early Childhood Education Services.
All University positions must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.
How to apply
Please apply by Sunday, 15 February 2026.
Applicants are required to submit a resume and a suitability statement not to exceed two-pages.
Federation University is committed to The Circle Back Initiative program, whereby we will respond to every applicant.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please email the Recruitment team or phone 03 5327 9756. Our position descriptions also list a contact person for job specific inquiries.
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What you'll do
- The Cook will be responsible for purchasing, preparing, and providing nutritious meals for up to 80 children aged between 6 weeks and 6 years. This includes planning menus, ordering food, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and liaising with parents and staff regarding nutritional needs.
About Federation University Australia HK Programs
Federation University Australia is the culmination of the former University of Ballarat and the Gippsland Campus of Monash University. Headquartered in Ballarat, Victoria, it has a history of providing tertiary education for over 144 years and is funded by the Australian Government.
FedUni has around 23,000 international and domestic students. Via a range of partner institutes across Australia and the world, FedUni currently offers a range of its professional degree programs in Australia (Adelaide, Ballarat, Melbourne and Sydney), P.R. China, Singapore, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Hong Kong.
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What does a Childrens Centre Cook do at Federation University Australia HK Programs?
As a Childrens Centre Cook at Federation University Australia HK Programs, you will: the Cook will be responsible for purchasing, preparing, and providing nutritious meals for up to 80 children aged between 6 weeks and 6 years. This includes planning menus, ordering food, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and liaising with parents and staff regarding nutritional needs..
Is the Childrens Centre Cook position at Federation University Australia HK Programs remote?
The Childrens Centre Cook position at Federation University Australia HK Programs is based in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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