ECE Centre Cook | HOW Forest Lake Road

House of Wonder Forest Lake by Busy Bees At House of Wonder Forest Lake, you’ll find a welcoming and inspiring place to work, set in a beautifully renovated centre overlooking Hamilton. Our calm, thoughtfully designed spaces are filled with natural materials, creating a warm and enjoyable environment to be part of each day. We pride ourselves on a strong sense of community, where relationships matter. Our team is supportive, respectful, and genuinely cares about one another, creating a positive and inclusive workplace. 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. The Opportunity | Te Aheinga Follow menu guidelines while maintaining kitchen hygiene consistently. Support our centre with food‑related routines. About You | Mou 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. Eligibility Applicants must hold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Benefits Supportive leadership. Discounted childcare for tamariki. Professional development opportunities. Competitive hourly rate and staff uniforms. Annual flu vaccinations covered. Part of a wider national network with established systems. #J-18808-Ljbffr