Cook - Part-Time - 0.40EFT

Beechworth Health Services are seeking a experienced parttime Cook. Perfect for someone seeking a great work/life Balance & a supportive environment.

Why Choose Beechworth?

Nestled in the heart of Victoria's picturesque North East, Beechworth is a charming and vibrant town known for its historical significance, welcoming community, and breathtaking natural landscapes. Here, you'll enjoy a work-life balance that city life simply cannot offer — with gourmet food and wine experiences, outdoor adventure opportunities, and a supportive, close-knit community.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Competitive salary in accordance with the Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers Victorian Public Sector Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
• A chance to live and work in the stunning Beechworth region, where your career and lifestyle go hand-in-hand.
• Full Salary packaging benefits available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Staff wellbeing program, including Fitness Passport Program

About the Role:

To plan and prepare nutritious, well-presented and appropriate meals and snacks for all residents and patients. To work as part of an enthusiastic and patient focused team. Food is a great pleasure and this role will support BHS in ensuring that all meals create joy in the daily lives of our residents and patients.

About You:

• Culinary certification or degree from a culinary school preferred
• 1-3 years food service or aged care/restaurant experience required
• Comfortable with standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow recipes
• Current Food Handling certificate

Our ideal candidate will have some kitchenhand or cook experience ideally in an aged care or similar facility with high standards in food safety and infection control practices. You must have excellent time management skills with ability to perform duties according to BHS's policy and procedures.

You will be willing to work autonomously within this role and have an abundance of patience, smiles and a compassionate nature when interacting with our residents and patients. We strive to provide our staff with a happy and supportive work environment where your career in the public health sector is nurtured and continues to grow.

Beechworth Health Service (BHS) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and follows Equal Employment Opportunity Principles. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI+ community and people with disability.

BHS is committed to its child safety and wellbeing obligations as defined under the Commission for Children and Young peoples' standards and associated legislation (Child Wellbeing and Safety act BHS will affirm and uphold the Commission's Child Safe Standards, and will promote a zero tolerance for child abuse.

BHS is committed to meeting its obligations under the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission and NDIS Commission to support the workforce to provide the care and services that upholds the relevant codes of conduct.

Employment conditions and remuneration are as prescribed in the relevant award (dependent upon qualification) and current Enterprise Agreement.

Please note: All Health Workers are required to have current Influenza vaccination. A copy of your vaccination status is required upon application.

For more information please contact Frances Andrews on

Related documents – All applicants are required to complete the Employment Statutory Declaration and submit with their application.

Applications Close: 5th October 2025