Part Time Application Closes 27 Oct 2024 Auckland - West Auckland Cook About the Role: An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Centre Cook to join our busy team at BestStart Hobsonville. We are seeking someone who can prepare fresh, wholesome, and delicious meals that cater to the diverse needs of our children. As the Centre Cook, you will take responsibility for planning, preparing, and cooking a varied, culturally inclusive menu each day, including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea. Efficiency in time management and a strong knowledge of nutrition and healthy eating are essential, as we are committed to providing the best possible meals to support the wellbeing and development of our tamariki. If you're dedicated to fostering healthy habits in children through your cooking, this role is for you! This is a permanent part time position working 35 hours Monday-Friday Other 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* 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 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 of ordering food A passion for promoting healthy eating for young children 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 Our focus is to provide quality education and care to the children in our community.