Centre Cook (BestStart Apirana Avenue)
Start Here. Grow Here.
At BestStart Apirana Avenue, Whānaungatanga - the value of connection and relationships, is at the heart of everything we do. Through a sense of kinship, shared experiences, and working together, we create a strong feeling of belonging for every child and their whānau. Here, everyone knows they have a place.
Whānanaungatanga is about building relationships that strengthen and support each member of our learning community. Together, we discover, explore, laugh, and play as we walk alongside each tamaiti on their unique journey.
We’re looking for a reliable, organised and confident Centre Cook to provide fresh, nutritious and delicious meals for our tamariki each day.
About the Role
This is a permanent part time position working 25 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Planning and preparing nutritious, culturally varied meals and snacks.
- Catering for allergies, dietary requirements and individual needs.
- Managing food ordering, stock and budgets.
- Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
- Completing required food safety and kitchen documentation.
- Managing your time effectively to meet daily meal service deadlines.
- Promoting healthy eating and building positive relationships with tamariki and whānau.
About You
You’ll bring:
- Proven cooking experience and a passion for cooking and baking.
- Strong organisation and time management skills.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and dietary requirements.
- Experience with ordering and stock control.
- Confidence using computers for menus, ordering and administration.
- A reliable, positive and adaptable approach.
What We Offer
- Paid Food Handling Certificate
- Learning and development through Whare Ako
- Discounted childcare
- Subsidised health insurance (eligibility criteria applies)
- Free annual flu vaccinations
- Sick leave from your first day
- $2,000 referral bonus for referring a qualified teacher*
If you’re passionate about good food, healthy eating and creating a positive environment for tamariki, we’d love to hear from you! Apply Now!
