Cook - Part-time

Cook – Part-Time

Te Pito o te Puna Wai o Waipapa – Hagley Community Preschool

We are looking for a reliable, caring and enthusiastic Cook to join our friendly team at Te Pito o te Puna Wai o Waipapa – Hagley Community Preschool starting in mid-January 2027.

About the role

This is a part-time position of 12.5 hours per week, preparing nutritious and appealing lunches and snacks for the children attending our preschool.

You will be responsible for:

• Preparing daily lunches and morning and afternoon snacks for our tamariki.
• Following a rotating KidsCan menu, recipes and food safety requirements.
• Catering for children’s food allergies, dietary restrictions and eating preferences.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and hygienic kitchen and dining area.
• Completing required food safety and cleaning records.
• Minimising food waste and supporting sustainable food practices, including using produce from our community garden.
• Catering for staff meetings and centre events when required.
• Working positively and cooperatively with our kaiako and wider preschool team.

Our cook plays an important role in supporting the wellbeing of our tamariki and is an active part of our preschool community. Our existing job description emphasises meeting children's nutritional needs, maintaining high food safety standards and contributing positively to centre life.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience preparing food, preferably in an early childhood or similar setting.
• Has good knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety practices.
• Is organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Takes pride in preparing nutritious food and maintaining a clean kitchen.
• Is warm, respectful and comfortable working around young children.
• Can work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Is flexible and willing to assist the teaching team when required.

Hours and availability

12.5 hours per week, worked during the preschool's operating hours.

The preschool operates during the school year and closes for approximately four weeks over the Christmas and New Year period. The successful applicant must be available to work during the preschool's operating periods.

What we offer

• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of tamariki and whānau in our diverse community.
• A role within a welcoming, culturally and linguistically diverse preschool community.

Police vetting is required for this position.

If you are a reliable and caring cook who enjoys working with children and being part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you. A job description is available on request.

To apply: Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience to[email protected]

Applications close: 4pm on Friday 6 November 2026