• Patina at Customs House
• Full time fixed term position for up to 3 years
• Base salary will be in the range $80,523.29 - $89,505.38 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
• Based in the heart of Brisbane City

About This Opportunity

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.

In this role you will supervise the kitchen team and production of restaurant and outside catering as directed by the Executive Chef while maintaining the high culinary standards of Customs House

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

Key responsibilities will include:

• Prepare high-quality food and assist with menu planning and implementation.
• Supervise and support junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive team environment.
• Manage kitchen operations, including stock control, ordering, and food safety compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and efficient use of kitchen equipment and storage.

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.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

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
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• 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 3 years experience in the role of sous chef/demi chef in a similar establishment
• Experience in staff supervision and training.
• 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
• High standard of personal cleanliness
• A commitment to excellence of product and service

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

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 Mr John Offenhauser at [email protected]
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], 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

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 [email protected].

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.

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.

Applications close Sunday 20th July 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-53104).