Job Description

Busy Bees Putaruru are looking for a dedicated Centre Cook to join us for 28 hours per week. Bring your passion for wholesome kai to a space where your culinary skills directly support the growth and independence of our tamariki.

This is a part time role - 28 hours per week, spread over 4 days from 8am to 3pm

Why Us? | Hei aha matou

Busy Bees Putāruru provides excellent care and education for children 0-6 years within our local Putāruru community. We strive to create an environment where our tamariki and whānau feel a sense of belonging, and everyone feels welcome.

About You | Mou

• A genuine passion for creating wholesome kai that fuels our growing tamariki

• Warm and approachable so building connections with our whānau comes naturally

• Excellent organisational skills keep you completely on top of a busy kitchen

• Confident managing everything from menu planning to a well stocked and sparkling clean space

• A proactive mindset ensures food safety and hygiene are always your top priority

• Previous experience cooking in an ECE or for large groups is a fantastic bonus

The Opportunity | Te Aheinga

• Preparing daily nutritious meals and snacks to fuel our tamariki for their busy days

• Supporting older children to engage and help with kai preparation as part of their learning and independence

• Completing the weekly grocery shop and managing kitchen expenditure reports for the Centre Manager

• Ensuring all early childhood regulations regarding nutrition and safety are met consistently

• Providing general assistance required to maintain the effective operation of the centre when needed

Why Join Our Team? | He aha koe i hono ai ki to matou tima

• Regular daytime hours working Monday to Friday with no late nights

• Discounted childcare fees for your own tamariki

• Fully funded first aid training and annual flu vaccination

• Ongoing guidance and wellbeing support from the wider Busy Bees Aotearoa network

• The rewarding feeling of knowing the wholesome kai you prepare makes a genuine impact every day

If you love creating delicious, nourishing kai and want to be part of a team who values your skill and heart, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid work visa.
We are an Accredited Employer.

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.