ECE Centre Cook (BestStart Motutaiko)

BestStart Education

  • Taupo, Waikato
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 10 days ago
  • Part Time
  • Application Closes 25 Sep 2025
  • Waikato - Taupo
  • Cook
Do you love spending time in the kitchen and creating healthy, nourishing meals that bring joy to others? At BestStart Motutaiko Street, we're looking for a passionate, organised Centre Cook to join our team and support the daily wellbeing of our tamariki through wholesome, home-style cooking.This is a permanent part-time role working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.As our Centre Cook, you will:
  • Plan and prepare morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea
  • Create delicious, culturally diverse meals that support the health and development of tamariki
  • Cater to a variety of dietary requirements and allergies
  • Maintain a safe, hygienic, and efficient kitchen environment
  • Use a computer to design menus and manage weekly food orders
  • Work within a set budget for food and supplies
We're looking for someone who:
  • Has a genuine passion for cooking and healthy eating for children
  • Understands the role of nutrition in early childhood development
  • Knows kitchen safety and hygiene standards
  • Enjoys being part of a supportive, collaborative team
Why join BestStart?
At BestStart, we value our people and offer a range of fantastic benefits:
  • Subsidised health insurance
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Discounted childcare
  • Staff perks and discounts
  • A welcoming, community-focused environment
If you're ready to bring your love of cooking to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and become part of our BestStart whānau!

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