Centre Chef/Cook
We are looking for our next expert foodie to come and join our Wee Nippers whanau!
We want our new centre chef to be a big part of the heart and soul of our well established Early Childhood Centre.
As well as being able to plan, prepare and cook delicious meals and snacks for children our ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Previous cooking experience with sound knowledge of regulation and food safety practices.
- Enjoy working autonomously and have excellent time management skills.
- High standards of practice in cleanliness and hygiene.
- Kitchen management experience is a big advantage.
- Experience with menu-planning, budgeting and ordering groceries online and liaising with suppliers.
- Confidence and knowledge in preparing and serving alternative meals for children with food allergies, including 100% nut free, dairy free, gluten free, vegetarian, soy free etc.
- Experience in a similar role such as a commercial kitchen would be a huge advantage.
- A team player with a positive can do attitude who relates well to people of all ages.
- Great communication skills and last but definitely not least, a passion for food, cooking and people!
The key attributes we want from all employees at Wee Nippers are reliability, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to succeed in our individual roles so as a team we can provide quality care and education for our Children.
This is predominantly a sole charge role where the right candidate will have autonomy over the running of the centre kitchen with support from management. We are licensed for 90 children aged 3months -5 years. It's a big role but it comes with the added bonus of early morning starts and mid afternoon finishes.More details around this can be discussed in person. Training will be provided and will include a thorough induction into the centre.
Please apply with CV, cover letter and references by Friday 19July.