Centre Cook (BestStart Lemon Street)
BestStart Education
Listing Description
Description
Help our tamariki thrive through healthy, nutritious meals!
About Us: At BestStart Lemon Street, we're all about building strong foundations for a bright future. We work closely with families to create a caring, connected community where children feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive.
The Role: We're seeking a Centre Cook in a permanent part-time role (30 hours/week). You'll prepare fresh, nutritious meals that support our children's growth, health, and wellbeing.
Key Tasks:
- Plan and prepare varied, healthy menus
- Cater to dietary needs and allergies
- Manage stock and food orders within budget
- Maintain top hygiene and food safety standards
You'll Need:
- A passion for healthy food and baking
- Understanding of nutrition and allergies
- Basic computer skills
- A positive, team-focused attitude
What We Offer:
- Paid Food Handling Certificate
- Ongoing training and support
- $2,000 referral bonus for qualified teacher referrals*
- Discounted childcare
- Health and wellbeing perks – including subsidised health insurance and free flu shots
Apply now and be part of a centre where nutritious food helps children thrive every day!
Application details
Applications Close: 15/02/2026 Apply online for this role or contact BestStart Educare Limited for more information.
BestStart Education
At BestStart, we are at the forefront of early childhood education, dedicated to making a positive impact and passionate about our work. We offer exceptional early education and award-winning childcare services for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Our primary goal isto deliver high-quality education to the children in our community, and we are actively engaged in groundbreaking research focused on children's oral language development and self-regulation, known as Kia Tīmata Pai. This research initiative involves approximately 1,600 BestStart preschoolers, highlighting our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
BestStart is committed to being a progressive and adaptable leader in the early childhood education sector. Our educators are highly valued for the transformative role they play in shaping children's lives. We are proud to announce that BestStart has implemented Full pay parity, underscoring our dedication to fairness and equity within our organisation.
At BestStart, we prioritise the support and growth of our teams through tailored professional development pathways. We believe in nurturing talent and empowering our employees to reach their full potential.
