Centre Cook
Napier
About the Role
As our Centre Cook, you will be responsible for planning and preparing healthy, balanced meals and snacks for young children each day. You’ll play an important role in supporting children’s wellbeing by providing food that is both nutritious and appealing.This position is 5.5 hours a day/27.5 hours a week, roughly 7.45am-1.15pm daily.
Key Responsibilities- Plan weekly menus in line with nutritional guidelines for young children
- Prepare and serve fresh, healthy meals and snacks daily
- Cater for dietary requirements, allergies, and cultural preferences
- Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety
- Manage food supplies, ordering/grocery shopping, and stock rotation
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Experience in cooking, preferably in a childcare, school, or similar setting
- Knowledge of child nutrition and dietary needs
- Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- A positive, friendly attitude and ability to work independently
- Reliability and attention to detail
- Meaningful work contributing to children’s growth and development
- Regular weekday hours (no late nights or weekends)
- A place where your voice is heard
- A team that feels like family
- A centre that values who you are, not just what you do
- Full pay parity (if applicable)
- Subsidised childcare (if applicable)
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive, knowledgeable team to work alongside
To learn more about the position and apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to our Centre Manager, Renee Wiggins at port@portcitychildren.co.nz
Please note: Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid work visa (we are not an accredited employer).
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