Centre Cook | Busy Bees The Lakes

Due to internal movement, we are seeking a dedicated Centre Cook to join us at Busy Bees The Lakes. Bring your passion for wholesome kai to a space where your culinary skills directly support the growth and independence of our tamariki.

Joining the Busy Bees Aotearoa whanau gives you the professional support of a national network, within a local team committed to respectful care. Join a supportive team where your unique skills are celebrated and whanaungatanga is at the heart of our mahi.

• 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.

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