ECE Centre Cook (BestStart Motutaiko)

• Part Time
• Application Closes 25 Sep 2025
• Waikato - Taupo
• Cook

Do you love spending time in the kitchen and creating healthy, nourishing meals that bring joy to others? At BestStart Motutaiko Street, we’re looking for a passionate, organised Centre Cook to join our team and support the daily wellbeing of our tamariki through wholesome, home-style cooking.

This is a permanent part-time role working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

As our Centre Cook, you will:

• Plan and prepare morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea
• Create delicious, culturally diverse meals that support the health and development of tamariki
• Cater to a variety of dietary requirements and allergies
• Maintain a safe, hygienic, and efficient kitchen environment
• Use a computer to design menus and manage weekly food orders
• Work within a set budget for food and supplies

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for cooking and healthy eating for children
• Understands the role of nutrition in early childhood development
• Knows kitchen safety and hygiene standards
• Enjoys being part of a supportive, collaborative team

Why join BestStart?
At BestStart, we value our people and offer a range of fantastic benefits:

• Subsidised health insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Discounted childcare
• Staff perks and discounts
• A welcoming, community-focused environment

If you’re ready to bring your love of cooking to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and become part of our BestStart whānau!