Child Care Centre Cook- REQ611013
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 24 November 2026
Position Classification: Cook Gde B
Remuneration: 60929.96 - 60929.96 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 25 (Monday-Friday, 8am-1pm)
Requisition ID: REQ611013
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 18 October 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
Join Our Team! Child Care Centre Cook Wanted
Are you passionate about cooking and working with children? We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and energetic cook to join our team at our vibrant Child Care Centre! This part-time position offers a fantastic work-life balance, with hours from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 1 PM.
What You’ll Do:
· Prepare nutritious, balanced meals and snacks for 40 children per day from 0-5 years of age
· Follow food safety and hygiene guidelines to ensure a clean and safe kitchen environment.
· Work closely with the team to accommodate dietary requirements, needs and preferences.
· Help promote healthy eating habits in an engaging and fun way.
Who We’re Looking For:
· Experience in cooking, particularly in a childcare or educational setting (preferred but not essential).
· A love for cooking nutritious meals and a passion for supporting children’s health and wellbeing.
· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively.
· Friendly, positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Why Join Us?
· A supportive, caring environment where you can truly make a difference.
· A balanced work schedule with weekends off!
· Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.
· Salary Packaging is available to enhance benefits
If you’re looking to make an impact while doing something you love, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Now to join our team and help nourish the next generation!
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging for tax savings
- Meal entertainment savings
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description.
- Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
- Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Suzanne Dearling on Suzanne.Dearling@health.nsw.gov.au
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing 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
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
Eligibility List
An eligibility list may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
