Centre Cook: Nutritious, Allergy-Safe Meals for Kids

Qjumpers; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted childcare

Subsidised health insurance

Sick leave from day one

Free annual flu vaccinations

Confidential EAP counselling

Whare Ako online learning and dev

An additional week of leave after 10+年

Refer a Qualified Teacher and receive

Job summary

BestStart Wigram in Christchurch is seeking a Centre Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for tamariki and manage daily kitchen operations. You will help design varied, culturally inclusive menus and ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene.

The role is permanent and full-time at 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with benefits such as discounted childcare and health insurance support. You’ll thrive in a busy centre environment and take pride in nourishing young learners.

Qualifications

• Requires cooking and baking skills and passion for healthy meals.
• Familiar with nutrition and dietary requirements for children.
• Experience with food safety, hygiene and allergen management.
• Ability to manage weekly orders and budget.

Responsibilities

• Prepare morning, lunch and afternoon teas with varied menus.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Handle weekly food orders and budget management.
• Cater to allergies and dietary requirements for children.

Skills

Cooking & baking

Nutrition knowledge

Food safety & hygiene

Budgeting & ordering

Organised & independent

Job description

BestStart Wigram in Christchurch is seeking a Centre Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for tamariki and manage daily kitchen operations. You will help design varied, culturally inclusive menus and ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene.

The role is permanent and full-time at 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with benefits such as discounted childcare and health insurance support. You’ll thrive in a busy centre environment and take pride in nourishing young learners.