ECE Cook | Busy Bees Te Kauwhata

As our Centre Cook, you will prepare daily meals in our well-equipped kitchen, following our Healthy Heart approach and Nourish menus. You’ll create food that is both nutritious and enjoyable for young children, with the support of friendly leadership, clear guidelines, and a team that truly values the important work you do.

This role is 30 hours per week.

• We offer a competitive hourly rate and provide staff uniforms
• You’ll have supportive leadership, discounted childcare for your tamariki and professional development opportunities
• We cover the costs of your annual flu vaccinations
• You’ll be part of a wider national network with established systems

• Responsible for preparing daily kai for our tamariki
• Following menu guidelines whilst maintaining kitchen hygiene
• Supporting our centre with food related routines.

• Confident cooking for groups and comfortable following set menus
• Organised, efficient and able to maintain a clean, well-run kitchen
• Warm, friendly and able to build rapport with tamariki and whanau
• Fit and active with good time management
• A great communicator with a positive, team-centered nature
• Experience cooking in an ECE centre or similar environment is an advantage

**Why Join Our Team? | He aha koe i hono ai ki to matou tima?**

Nestled on the outskirts of the Auckland region, our centre is home to a passionate team of experienced teachers and support staff who are warm, welcoming, and genuinely caring. If you love preparing delicious, nourishing kai and want to be part of a supportive team that truly values your skills, care, and contribution, we’d love to hear from you.

**How to Apply | Me pehea e tono ai**

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why this opportunity excites you. Applicants must hold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.