Kaitautoko/cook - Puna Reo

**Kaitautoko / Cook - Early Learning Centre**

Play a critical role in nourishing the bodies and minds of our future generations
- Create delicious kai experiences that are memorable, nutritional and that our tamariki will enjoy at our puna reo. If you can cook for the pa then you can cook for our puna
- Permanent part time basis (40 hours per fortnight) position
- Based in Tokoroa

**About us**

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) is New Zealand’s second largest tertiary institution and the world’s largest indigenous tertiary educator, and we’ve been providing transformational education opportunities to New Zealanders for nearly 40 years. Our vision of **‘Whānau transformation through education’** drives our commitment to being at the forefront of tertiary education underpinned by Māori culture and values.

Our kaimahi (employees) enjoy a whānau-friendly workplace where everyone is encouraged to be themselves. In return for their contribution, we offer kaimahi a range of benefits including:

- Free health and life insurance for permanent employees.
- Four extra annual leave days to celebrate Matariki and the Christmas/New Year season.
- Special leave available for sporting or cultural events.
- Tau Ora programmes that encourage wellbeing and inclusion.
- Free car parking.

**About the role**

We are looking for a Cook (Kaitautoko) - puna reo to join us at our Te Rau Ōriwa puna reo on a permanent part time basis based inTokoroa.

As our Cook, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our Tamariki receive nutritious, well-balanced meals that support their growth and development. You will be responsible for weekly shoppingplanning and preparing morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea, following food safety regulations, and maintaining a clean and organised kitchen.

At times, you may be required to provide additional support on the floor to maintain staff-to-child ratios and ensure a safe and engaging learning environment.

**About you - You’ll have**:

- A Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 3) or related field.
- A Food Safety Certificate.
- A sound understanding of nutritional needs for Tamariki ages 3 months to 5 years old.
- The ability to cook 30-50 child portion meals and snacks daily.
- Knowledge of the Food Act 2014 and National Programme 2.
- A Full NZ Drivers’ License (Class 1).
- A sound understanding of te reo Māori phrases, mihi and greetings, and Māori values, culture, and tikanga, would be advantageous.
- This role is classified as a Core Worker and will need to pass a safety check under the Children’s Act 2014.
- The ability to lift, bend and stand for long periods of time.

As a kaupapa Māori organisation, your willingness to participate in cultural activities and develop an understanding of Āhuatanga Māori (values, culture and tikanga) is desirable.

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