Cook

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 24 November 2026

Position Classification: Cook Gde B

Remuneration: 65902.06 - 65902.06 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 25 (8:00am – 1:00pm, Monday to Friday)

Requisition ID: REQ688775

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 13 September 2026

For role related queries or questions contact Suzanne Dearling on Suzanne.Dearling@health.nsw.gov.au

Child Care Centre Cook – Home-Style Cooking

The role starts as a 17-week contract, with the prospect of a permanent position for the right candidate.

Can you cook a delicious Spaghetti Bolognese, creamy Tuna Mornay or a hearty Meatloaf with mashed potato and steamed vegetables from scratch for 40 hungry children?

Are you looking for a role that lets you do what you love while enjoying a fantastic work-life balance?

If so, we'd love to hear from you!

About Us

We are a warm, welcoming childcare centre where nutritious, home-style meals are an important part of every child's day. We're looking for a caring, reliable cook who enjoys preparing wholesome food in a nurturing environment.

About The Role

You'll prepare fresh, healthy meals and snacks each day for approximately 40 children aged 0–5 years. Your cooking will help children develop healthy eating habits while making mealtimes enjoyable and comforting.

What We're Looking For

You'll be someone who:

Has experience preparing home-style meals for families or large groups.Enjoys cooking from scratch using fresh ingredients.Is able to follow a recipeLoves contributing to a caring environment for young children.Can prepare nutritious, balanced meals and snacks.Understands food safety, hygiene and allergy management.Is organised, dependable and able to work independently.

Your Responsibilities

Prepare fresh morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for approximately 40 children.Cater for individual dietary requirements and food allergies.Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and comply with food safety standards.Assist with planning healthy, seasonal menus.Help create a warm, welcoming and home-like atmosphere within our centre.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Family-friendly hours: 8:00am to 1:00pm, Monday to Friday.No evening, weekend or public holiday work.Friendly, supportive and welcoming team.Salary packaging available to increase your take-home pay.Professional development opportunities.The opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives every day through healthy, home-cooked meals.

If you're passionate about cooking, enjoy preparing wholesome meals from scratch and would love to be part of a caring childcare community, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create happy, healthy mealtimes for our little learners.

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

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