Part-Time Cook Assistant — Nourishing, Welcoming Kitchen

Stand Tū Māia; Rotorua; Remote; NZD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Stand Tū Māia is seeking a part-time Cook Assistant in Rotorua to prepare nutritious meals with aroha, and to foster a welcoming, whanau‑oriented atmosphere. The role supports tamariki and whānau, following high health and safety standards, and requires Food Safety awareness and a Level 4 cookery certificate.

The position is 0.5 FTE (20 hours/week) based in Rotorua, starting in the New Year with negotiable start for the right applicant.

Qualifications

• Motivation to offer others a feeling of home and welcome.
• Provide nutritious food and present it with aroha.
• Ability to work with people from all walks of life.
• Open to understanding and valuing Te Ao Māori.
• Able to form strong, positive relationships with tamariki and whānau.
• Pay consistent attention to health and safety.

Skills

Compassionate communication

People skills

Te Ao Māori understanding

Team player

Food safety minded

Education

Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate

City & Guilds or NZ Certificate in Cookery Level 4

Job description

Stand Tū Māia is seeking a part-time Cook Assistant in Rotorua to prepare nutritious meals with aroha, and to foster a welcoming, whanau‑oriented atmosphere. The role supports tamariki and whānau, following high health and safety standards, and requires Food Safety awareness and a Level 4 cookery certificate.

The position is 0.5 FTE (20 hours/week) based in Rotorua, starting in the New Year with negotiable start for the right applicant.