Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 24 November 2026
Position Classification: Cook Gde B
Remuneration: 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: REQ679405
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 9 August 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Suzanne Dearling on
[email protected]
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
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 you'll be doing
With the assistance of the Director, Hospital Dieticians and other staff, prepare a six (
What We're Looking For
You'll be someone who:
Your Responsibilities
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Prepare fresh morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea for approximately 40 children.
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Cater for individual dietary requirements and food allergies.
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Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and comply with food safety standards.
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Assist with planning healthy, seasonal menus.
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Help create a warm, welcoming and home-like atmosphere within our centre.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
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Family-friendly hours: 8:00am to 1:00pm, Monday to Friday.
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No evening, weekend or public holiday work.
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Friendly, supportive and welcoming team.
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Salary packaging available to increase your take-home pay.
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Professional development opportunities.
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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.
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.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
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.
