Chef/Cook for Daycare Centre - Maternity Leave Position
Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time
Applications Close: 26 February 2026
WBACC operates an family Early Learning Centre and is inviting applications for our position of Cook.
<p><strong>Cook Maternity Leave Position Gudjahgahmiamia</strong> </p>
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<p><strong>WBACC is a unique organisation located in the beautiful Booderee National Park in Jervis Bay. The WBACC operates the Gudjahgahmiamia Early Learning Centre and is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of a cook for Maternity Leave. </strong></p>
<p>The Gudjahgahmiamia MACS Early Learning Centre prides itself on Wreck Bay Community cultural values and is committed to the Community it provides care for. </p>
<p><strong>What we can provide:</strong> </p>
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<li>Beautiful bushland setting; </li>
<li>A supportive team environment where your ideas are encouraged and listened to; </li>
<li>High quality educational resources; </li>
<li>Regular opportunities for professional development where all training fees are covered by WBACC; </li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program; </li>
<li>Staff Mentoring Program with Noah’s Inclusion Services </li>
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<p>The successful applicants would be able to demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people; and an ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. </p>
<p>The successful applicant will be employed under the Children’s Services Award 2010. </p>
<p>The position will be from March 2026 until the 30th October 2026, with the potential for further employment. </p>
<p><u>Essential</u> </p>
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<li>Aged 18 years or older on the date of employment </li>
<li>The ability and willingness to obtain a First Aid qualification. </li>
<li>The ability and willingness to obtain a Working with Vulnerable People check (ACT). </li>
<li>The ability and willingness to obtain an Australian Federal Police check. </li>
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<p>All qualifications and checks must be verified and recognised in Australia. </p>
<p>The ideal candidate will possess the following skills: </p>
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<li>Enjoy working in a team to care for and educate children aged under 5 years old </li>
<li>Prepare age-appropriate meals for children aged 1 year up to school age </li>
<li>Preparing meals for children with special dietary requirements </li>
<li>Follow the Centre menu and create shopping lists </li>
<li>Maintain a clean and tidy kitchen environment </li>
<li>Be punctual and reliable. </li>
<li>The ability and willingness to communicate and build positive relationships with staff, children, and families. </li>
<li>The ability and willingness to complete online training as required </li>
<li>Good written and verbal communication skills </li>
<li>Basic computer skills </li>
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<p>There will be a 3-month probationary period. During that time the Gudjahgahmiamia Director will work through the performance appraisal form with the successful applicants. </p>
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<p>All staff employed to work at Gudjahgahmiamia need to show evidence that they are a fit and proper person to work with children for daycare licensing requirements. </p>
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<p>Interviews will be held in March 2026. </p>
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<p>Please send </p>
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<li>your letter of application addressing the above criteria </li>
<li>your resume </li>
<li>2 recent work referees </li>
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<p>To<strong> </strong><a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:sarah.ketelhohn@wbacc.gov.au?subject=Chef%2FCook%20for%20Daycare%20Centre%20-%20Maternity%20Leave%20Position%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>sarah.ketelhohn@wbacc.gov.au</a>?subject=Chef%2FCook%20for%20Daycare%20Centre%20-%20Maternity%20Leave%20Position%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><u></u></a><u><a href="mailto:sarah.ketelhohn@wbacc.gov.au?subject=Chef%2FCook%20for%20Daycare%20Centre%20-%20Maternity%20Leave%20Position%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">sarah.ketelhohn@wbacc.gov.au</a></u> </p>
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<p>Applications will close at 4.00pm on Thursday 26th February 2026. </p>
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<p>Applications lodged after the closing time and date will not be considered for the position but may be considered for casual work. </p>
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<p>For more information, please email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:sarah.ketelhohn@wbacc.gov.au?subject=Chef%2FCook%20for%20Daycare%20Centre%20-%20Maternity%20Leave%20Position%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>sarah.ketelhohn@wbacc.gov.au</a>?subject=Chef%2FCook%20for%20Daycare%20Centre%20-%20Maternity%20Leave%20Position%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><u></u></a><u><a href="mailto:sarah.ketelhohn@wbacc.gov.au?subject=Chef%2FCook%20for%20Daycare%20Centre%20-%20Maternity%20Leave%20Position%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">sarah.ketelhohn@wbacc.gov.au</a></u> </p>
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