ECE Centre Cook | Busy Bees Cambridge

You will prepare daily meals that align with our Healthy Heart approach and Nourish menus, creating food that is both nourishing and enjoyable for young children. Our kitchen is well equipped, our team is supportive and the atmosphere is full of warmth and collaboration. As part of Busy Bees Aotearoa, you will have clear guidelines, friendly leadership and a team who truly value the work you do.

This role is part time, 30 hours per week.

The Opportunity | Te Aheinga

Responsible for preparing daily kai for our tamariki, following menu guidelines whilst maintaining kitchen hygiene and supporting our centre with food related routines. You will also be a friendly, familiar presence for children and part of the wider team culture.

About You | Mou
Confident cooking for groups and comfortable following set menus

• Organised, efficient and able to maintain a clean, well-run kitchen
• Warm, friendly and able to build rapport with tamariki and whanau
• Fit and active with good time management
• A great communicator with a positive, team-centered nature
• Experience cooking in an ECE centre or similar environment is an advantage

Why Join Our Team? | He aha koe i hono ai ki to matou tima?
You will be part of a team where your work is noticed and appreciated.

• You will receive discounted childcare, competitive remuneration, annual flu vaccination and first aid training
• You'll receive guidance and ongoing support in your role.

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. Please apply with your CV and cover letter.

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.