Full Time Application Closes 26 May 2024 Canterbury - Christchurch City Cook About us: At BestStart, we're leaders in the early childhood sector, we make a difference and we love what we do. We provide high-quality early education and award-winning childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. BestStart Faringdon is seeking a passionate and dedicated cook to join our energetic and tight-knit team. Our focus is to provide quality education and care to the children in our community.
At BestStart Faringdon, based in Rolleston, it feels warm, inviting and happy. We love to laugh and as you enter our centre, you can hear laughter all around. By creating a safe and welcoming environment it allows children to feel safe and confident to explore and learn. 'May all who come to BestStart Faringdon as guests, leave as friends!'
Our benefits include: Paid Food Handling Certificate learning through Whare Ako our online learning platform Want to learn something new??We will support you in taking your career to the next level Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive $2000* Discounted childcare Your health and wellbeing are our priority, we offer: Subsidised health insurance with Southern Cross* Free annual flu vaccinations Confidential counselling through EAP Wellbeing programme. Sick days available from the day you start One week additional leave for 10 years long service recognition About the Role: Whether you are a newly qualified or an experienced chef, or if you have experience working in a commercial kitchen, we want to hear from you!
An exciting opportunity has come about for a new centre Cook to join our busy team at BestStart Faringdon. We are searching for someone who can provide fresh, nutritious, and delicious meals for our children each day.?
As our Centre Cook you will plan, prepare and cook an appetising and culturally varied menu for the children, including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea. You'll need to be efficient with your time and have an excellent knowledge of foods that promote good nutrition and healthy eating for our children.? This is a permanent part time position working 35 hours, Monday-Friday.
Role requirements: Commit to making a difference in the lives of young learners with a team dedicated to excellence. We are looking for the following:
Knowledge around health and safety in the kitchen and set high standards of hygiene and housekeeping A passion for cooking and baking An understanding of allergies and dietary requirements Be computer literate in order to design menus and place orders each week The ability to remain within the budgets for ordering food A passion for promoting healthy eating for young children How to Apply : Click Apply now and be part of a team that embraces growth, collaboration, and the joy of teaching. We can't wait to welcome you to BestStart Faringdon!
