Job Description

You will be responsible for preparing fresh, nutritious and child-friendly meals and snacks for the children at our service, while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.

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Key responsibilities

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- Prepare and cook nutritious, balanced meals and snacks for children throughout the day
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- Follow the centre's menus and nutritional guidelines
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- Cater confidently and safely for food allergies, intolerances and dietary requirements
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- Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards
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- Follow safe food handling, storage and preparation procedures
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- Monitor food supplies and assist with ordering and stock management
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- Keep accurate records as required, including food safety and allergy documentation
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- Work collaboratively with the service team to ensure children's individual dietary needs are met
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- Maintain a clean, organised and welcoming kitchen environment
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- Follow all centre policies and procedures relating to food safety, child safety and child protection
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About you

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- Enjoys cooking and takes pride in preparing meals for children
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- Has knowledge and confidence in managing food allergies and dietary requirements
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- Is reliable, organised and able to work independently
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- Has good food hygiene and safe food‐handling practices
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- Is comfortable working around young children and understands the importance of creating a protected environment
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- Has a positive and friendly attitude
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- Is willing to learn and follow childcare service policies and procedures
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- Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
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- Hold a current Criminal History Check
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- Hold a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, or be willing to obtain one
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- Have a good understanding of food allergies, intolerances and dietary requirements, or be willing to develop this knowledge
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A friendly and supportive team environment

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A more relaxed and predictable alternative to busy commercial kitchens

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Regular daytime hours, with no late-night shifts

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The opportunity to prepare nutritious meals that contribute to the health and wellbeing of young children

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Training and support to meet childcare and food safety requirements

📌 Childcare Centre Cook (Wellington)
🏢 Maranatha Gunyah Intergenerational Learning Centre
📍 Wellington