"Commis Chef - Customs House"

• Customs House
• Full-time, fixed term position
• Salary will be $71,244 + 17% Superannuation
• Work alongside a passionate team at one of Brisbane’s riverside heritage destinations

About This Opportunity

Join the culinary team at Patina at Customs House, a modern restaurant that embraces a paddock-to-plate philosophy, offering a unique shared dining experience with stunning Brisbane River views. Located within one of Brisbane’s most iconic heritage venues, the kitchen also caters to exclusive private events both on and offsite.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Prepare high-quality food for the restaurant, in-house events, and offsite catering.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Assist in training and supervising kitchen hands.
• Monitor stock levels, receive goods, and ensure proper storage and rotation.
• Adhere to recipes and maintain mise in place for restaurant and functions.
• Record and monitor food storage temperatures and report equipment issues.

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

• Completion of apprenticeship in cookery and a minimum of 2 years' experience in the role of commis chef in a similar establishment.
• Current BCC Food Safety Supervisor Certificate required by not essential
• 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 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
• Valid Driving License

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia and qualifications. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

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 John Offenhauser via j.offenhauser@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?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Resume

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, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. 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 Sunday 5th April 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-61760)

*Please note, applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. The University of Queensland reserves the right to close this application process early.*