Bear Cottage Chef Grade B

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 17 September 2028

Position Classification: Chef Gde B

Remuneration: full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 24

Requisition ID: REQ603670

Location: Manly

Applications Close: 15 September 2025

Bear Cottage, Manly, is part of the Sydney Children's Hospital Network. We are recruiting to a Chef position to be rostered on Friday, Saturday and Sundays to oversee the lunch and dinner meal preparations for patients, families and staff.

What you'll be doing

Bear Cottage is located at Manly and provides palliative and respite care to children with progressive, life limiting illnesses and their families.

The Chef will be responsible for the preparation of healthy meals to children, families, staff and volunteers at Bear Cottage whilst maintaining a home like environment.

About You

• Recent experience in the food service industry and or commercial kitchens.
• Food handling certificate or equivalent recognised course on safe food handling.
• Sound knowledge of WH&S, Infection Control and Manual Handling principles.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with effective interpersonal skills
• Effective written, communication and time management skills.
• Good personal hygiene and neat appearance

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 (where applicable)

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

3) Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

4) 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 Elizabeth Shepherd on

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-

For technical support please contact the customer services team on

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 the 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.
• All workers must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
• This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian Website
• Eligibility List - An eligibility list may be created for future temporary part time vacancies

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