Assistant Centre Cook, Auckland
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Busy Bees

Assistant Centre Cook

  • Posted Today
  • On Site
  • Part Time
Location

Auckland

Job Description

Are you passionate about food and enjoy cooking? Can you whip up delicious, nutritious meals that children will adore? Do you find joy in creating meals that children love?

We are looking for an assistant centre cook to join our amazing team! As our assistant cook, you will be teaming up with our centre cook to whip up nutritious meals for our little ones!

This is a part time time role offering 25 hours from Monday – Friday, 9am – 2pm.

About us:

Our early education centre features six classrooms specifically designed for different age groups, fostering Tuakana/teina relationships and engaged tamariki. Our focus at Busy Bees Hobsonville lies in empowering tamariki to direct their own learning while ensuring they feel supported and safe. We offer a diverse range of open-ended and natural resources to encourage teachable moments and create happy, learning-focused experiences. Our kitchen is fully equipped with all the tools you need to cook up delicious food for our tamariki!

Our preferred candidate will be:

  • Experienced in cooking for large groups, be it in a childcare centre or other environment
  • Able to work well in a fast-paced environment, at times under pressure.
  • Fit and active, as this is a busy role
  • Excellent at communication and have skills to build rapport with parents & children
  • Flexible in approach, but also able to work to a daily schedule
  • A real team player with a "can do" attitude


The ideal candidate will possess a current Food Handling certificate and have prior experience preparing delicious meals for preschoolers. We are seeking an individual who aligns well with our values and holds a genuine interest in providing well-prepared, nutritious meals for our tamariki. As a versatile team player, you should be adaptable, as there may be occasions where you are required to assist on the floor and handle laundry duties.

Benefits:

  • Discounted childcare
  • Guidance and mentoring
  • A friendly, fun team environment


If you have a passion for food and love creating delicious food for children, then do not hesitate to send through your CV and Cover Letter in today!

Please note: Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Why Work for Busy Bees?

If you’re passionate about early learning, Busy Bees is the place to be. Although we are part of a global organisation, our company was founded by three families looking for better, more enriching childcare. Three decades later, we still keep the same values at heart.

We know that we couldn’t do what we do without the important people in our teams. We invest in our people and work with them to build career pathways that inspire.

Hard Skills Required

  • Meal Preparation & Cooking for Large Groups
  • Food Safety & Hygiene Compliance
  • Time Management & Multitasking
  • Menu Planning & Nutritional Knowledge
  • Basic Kitchen Equipment Operation & Maintenance

Soft Skills Required

  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Patience
  • Passion for Working with Children

Benefits and Perks

  • ❤
    Care and Appreciation
  • 💯
    Employee Mentoring Program
  • 💚
    Counselling Services
  • 🌿
    Wellness Program
  • 📈
    Professional Development
  • 🎉
    Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖
    Long Service Rewards
  • 📣
    Referral Bonuses

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday
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