Centre Chef for Kids’ Nutrition (Fixed-Term)

Bear Park; Auckland; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing casual work

Job summary

Bear Park Kohimarama is seeking a Centre Chef for Sep–Nov 2026 to provide nutritious meals for up to 62 children each day. The role offers 37.5 hours per week, from 8.00am to 3.30pm, with flexibility for the right candidate.

You will hold a Food Safety Certificate and a Level 5 cooking qualification, with strong budgeting skills and experience catering for allergies. You’ll enjoy a supportive team and opportunities for ongoing casual work after the fixed term.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Certificate and Level 5 cooking qualification.
• Experience budgeting and catering for allergies.
• Enthusiastic and engaged, able to interact with children.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals for up to 62 children daily.
• Manage kitchen budgets and inventory.
• Cook in line with allergy/intolerance requirements.
• Interact with parents, teachers and children in the centre.

Skills

Food safety

Budgeting

Child interaction

Menu planning

Education

Food Safety Certificate

Level 5 Cooking Qualification

Job description

Bear Park Kohimarama is seeking a Centre Chef for Sep–Nov 2026 to provide nutritious meals for up to 62 children each day. The role offers 37.5 hours per week, from 8.00am to 3.30pm, with flexibility for the right candidate.

You will hold a Food Safety Certificate and a Level 5 cooking qualification, with strong budgeting skills and experience catering for allergies. You’ll enjoy a supportive team and opportunities for ongoing casual work after the fixed term.