Early Childhood Cook
Our cooks at Story House help ensure the health and wellbeing of our children is maintained through preparing nutritious meals and snacks. Our cooks prepare meals to meet the needs of the children with special dietary preferences and requirements.
Watch the video to learn more about what it is like to be an Early Childhood Cook at Story House.
Empowering YOU
Want to have real impact, where you’re really seen? Choose us.
You get it. We get it. Working in early learning is much more than a job. Beyond the pay cheque, the main reason to do this work is to empower and support children and families. But at Story House, you’ll feel next level impact, connection and visibility. We’re a large, successful provider, and we’re growing all the time. But here, every child and every Story House-er matters. Come meet us and you’ll see.
Listen to what our Story House-ers have to say on our Pod-house episode.

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Role Specific Benefits

Fresh Growth for Cooks
At Story House, we believe that food is an experience: one that feeds the body, the mind, and the community. That’s why our partnership with the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation (SAKGF) is a game-changer for our cooks. This collaboration brings prime training, inspiration, and resources to the heart of your kitchen, empowering YOU to grow a career with flavour and purpose.
Cook. Educate. Inspire.
Thanks to our partnership with SAKGF, our cooks aren’t just preparing meals, they’re leading food journeys that spark curiosity, build healthy habits, and connect children to culture, sustainability and community.
Beyond professional development, it’s a movement. You’ll learn how to:
- Connect food and learning through hands-on cooking and gardening activities.
- Create seasonal, culturally inclusive menus that reflect diverse communities.
- Empower children to make healthy food choices through sensory exploration.
- Lead joyful, educational mealtimes that foster belonging and wellbeing.
Application Process
Step 1 - Apply online
Upload your resume and create a candidate profile. Log back in anytime to check on your application status.
Step 2 - Let's Connect
Lets connect via phone call and make sure the role is the right fit.
Step 3 - Interview
Explore digital or face-to-face interviews to ensure we're the perfect match for each other.
Step 4 - Pre-employment checks
Expect an online medical form, references, and verifications of qualifications, work history, and WWCC.
Step 5 - Welcome to Story House!
Get ready for a celebration call! Your Talent Acquisition Partner will cheer you on, send contracts, and all necessary links.
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Preparing for your virtual interview
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Preparing for your in-person interview
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FAQ
Feel free to monitor the status of your application by accessing the applicant login page. Please ensure your contact details are current, as we will reach out to you via phone or email. Keep an eye on your inbox, including your junk mail folder, for our communications. Should your contact information change, kindly log in to your applicant profile to promptly update your details.
Given the unique nature of each role, we are unable to specify an exact timeframe for the recruitment process. However, we want to assure you that we are committed to responding to every applicant. To check the progress of your application, feel free to log into your applicant profile at any time.
Certainly, feel free to apply for multiple opportunities that align with your skills, experience, and qualifications.
We have an “expression of interest” functionality on our careers site home page that allows talented people like yourselves to submit their CV for future roles. We have our inclusive Talent team reviewing resumes on the daily, so we will keep in mind your expression of interest and see if we have a role that fits your experience and interests. As soon as there is something suitable, we will give you a call.
Dress code at Story House leans towards smart casual, offering a departure from the traditional button-up shirt work environment. We only ask that you avoid attire that might raise eyebrows with your parents – so leave the three-piece suit or ball gown at home. Even for an interview, our priority is to ensure you feel comfortable!
If you require particular assistance or accessibility accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please inform us, and we will strive to find a solution that guarantees a fair and inclusive procedure. We are committed to supporting all applicants, with a special emphasis on understanding and addressing the unique challenges and concerns you may face.
Reach out to our inclusive Talent Acquisition Partners any time. you can email our inbox at [email protected]
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Story House Early Learning acknowledges Australia's Traditional Owners of Country, of the many lands, waterways and skies, and value their ongoing contribution and cultures. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to First Nations peoples within our organisation.