Cook (BestStart Rototuna)

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. We are looking for a passionate and reliable Cook to join our ECE centre, licensed for 50 children. You will be responsible for preparing fresh, nutritious, and child-friendly meals and snacks while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen compliance. The successful candidate will have basic computer skills, be organised, manage food supplies and dietary requirements, and work collaboratively with the teaching team. You will also support and implement our Healthy Heart programme, promoting healthy eating habits and wellbeing for our tamariki. About the Role This is a permanent, part-time position working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 2.00pm . There may also be occasional opportunities to provide classroom support when needed. What We're Looking For Knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene Understanding of allergies and dietary requirements A passion for cooking and baking Good organisation and time management skills The ability to work within food budgets Why Join BestStart? Professional development through Whare Ako Discounted childcare Subsidised health insurance (eligibility criteria apply) Free annual flu vaccinations EAP counselling services Sick leave from your first day #J-18808-Ljbffr