Part-Time Centre Cook: Nutritious Meals for Kids

Qjumpers; Auckland; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Discounted childcare

Health insurance subsidy

Flu vaccinations

Counselling services

Wellbeing programme

Sick leave from day one

Job summary

BestStart Silverdale is seeking a passionate Cook to join our friendly team in a part-time role. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks for children, maintain a clean, safe kitchen, and ensure dietary requirements are met.

You will also help manage supplies and work within a set budget, with occasional classroom support. We value wellbeing, growth and collaboration with teachers to support tamariki health and development, and offer benefits like professional development and

Qualifications

• Experience in school/kindergarten kitchen is preferred.
• Ability to manage food supplies and budget.
• Knowledge of allergies and dietary requirements.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good computer skills.
• Genuine passion for cooking and baking.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks daily.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.
• Manage supplies within budget.
• Collaborate with teaching team to meet nutritional needs.
• Occasional classroom support.

Skills

Food safety

Budgeting

Nutrition

Organization

Team player

Basic computer skills

Cooking & baking

Wellbeing focus

Tools

Kitchen appliances

Job description

BestStart Silverdale is seeking a passionate Cook to join our friendly team in a part-time role. You will prepare fresh, nutritious meals and snacks for children, maintain a clean, safe kitchen, and ensure dietary requirements are met.

You will also help manage supplies and work within a set budget, with occasional classroom support. We value wellbeing, growth and collaboration with teachers to support tamariki health and development, and offer benefits like professional development and