ECE Centre Cook | Busy Bees Putaruru
Busy Bees Putaruru are looking for a dedicated Centre Cook to join us for 28 hours per week. Bring your passion for wholesome kai to a space where your culinary skills directly support the growth and independence of our tamariki.
This is a part time role - 28 hours per week, spread over 4 days from 8am to 3pm
**Why Us? | Hei aha matou**
Busy Bees Putaruru provides excellent care and education for children 0-6 years within our local Putaruru community. We strive to create an environment where our tamariki and whanau feel a sense of belonging, and everyone feels welcome.
**About You | Mou**- A genuine passion for creating wholesome kai that fuels our growing tamariki
- Warm and approachable so building connections with our whanau comes naturally
- Excellent organisational skills keep you completely on top of a busy kitchen
- Confident managing everything from menu planning to a well stocked and sparkling clean space
- A proactive mindset ensures food safety and hygiene are always your top priority
- Previous experience cooking in an ECE or for large groups is a fantastic bonus
- Preparing daily nutritious meals and snacks to fuel our tamariki for their busy days
- Supporting older children to engage and help with kai preparation as part of their learning and independence
- Completing the weekly grocery shop and managing kitchen expenditure reports for the Centre Manager
- Ensuring all early childhood regulations regarding nutrition and safety are met consistently
- Providing general assistance required to maintain the effective operation of the centre when needed
- Regular daytime hours working Monday to Friday with no late nights
- Discounted childcare fees for your own tamariki
- Fully funded first aid training and annual flu vaccination
- Ongoing guidance and wellbeing support from the wider Busy Bees Aotearoa network
- The rewarding feeling of knowing the wholesome kai you prepare makes a genuine impact every day
If you love creating delicious, nourishing kai and want to be part of a team who values your skill and heart, we would love to hear from you.
Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid work visa. We are an Accredited Employer.