• Customs House

• Full- time Fixed Term role through to October 2028

• Cook Grade 4 Load Rate ($64,329.50 plus super of up to 17%) 

• Work alongside a passionate team at one of Brisbane’s riverside heritage destinations  

About This Opportunity 

This is an excellent Opportunity for an enthusiastic Demi Chef supervise the kitchen team for Patina at Customs House, our restaurant at Customs House. Assisting the Executive and Sous Chef in maintaining the high culinary standards and menu development.

Patina at Customs House is a modern and contemporary restaurant offering relaxed dining with an emphasis on paddock to plate philosophy, Patina offers a unique shared dining experience overlooking the Brisbane River. The restaurant is located within Customs House which is one of Brisbane's heritage icons also includes private event spaces and the kitchen will cater to events both on and offsite.

Staff are required to fulfil 38 hours per week across a seven-day roster including some weekends, and evenings.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Maintain a high standard of food production within Customs House and for outside catering

• Maintain a hygienic and tidy work area, storage facilities, refrigerators and the responsible use of all kitchen equipment

• Execute catering events, including involvement in menu planning and implementation

• Maintenance of mis en place for restaurant and events

• Adherence to recipes

• General kitchen duties

• Supervise, train and motivate junior staff

• Assist the Executive Chef with the day-to-day activities of Customs House as required

• Cost control – kitchen stock, produce ordering, assistance with stocktakes

• Following all requirements in maintaining the Food Safety Plan

• Ordering and receiving of goods, stock, produce, equipment, recording temperatures, stock storage and stock rotation

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave

• 17% superannuation contributions

• 17.5% annual leave loading

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family

• UQ Study for Staff

• Salary packaging options

About You  

The successful applicant will need to be a permanent Australian Resident or have a Visa with long term current work rights in Australia.  The person needs to maintain a high level of culinary service, have a positive attitude and be a dedicated, professional team member with commitment and motivation.

• Completion of apprenticeship in cookery.

• Current BCC Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.

• Strong knowledge of the production of a la carte and banquet foods

• Good knowledge of all kitchen procedures and operations

• A genuine interest in and knowledge of food and current trends

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills

• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills

• Knowledge of workplace, health and safety procedures in a kitchen

• Knowledge of HACCP and BCC procedures in regard to food, health and safety procedures

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the role of commis chef/demi chef in a similar establishment as well as experience in staff supervision and training.

• A positive attitude and customer driven focus

• High standard of personal cleanliness

• A commitment to excellence of product and service

• Valid Driving License

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia.
 

 You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Brian Roberts – Director, UQ Venues at broberts@uq.edu.au.  

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume

• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close on Wednesday 15th October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-56682).