Cafe Chef/Cook

Brisbane Motor Museum; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Free onsite parking

Brand new, high-spec kitchen

Job summary

Brisbane Motor Museum Cafe seeks a talented Chef/Cook for a casual role, involved in preparing and plating meals to a high standard. You will work with the cafe team to maintain an efficient kitchen and ensure quality, safety, and presentation.

There are 2–4 consistent work days per week, with opportunities to participate in museum events and menu development. A collaborative team environment and ongoing learning are offered.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in food preparation and kitchen service.
• Strong focus on quality, consistency and presentation.
• High attention to detail and personal pride in your work.
• Positive, reliable, proactive mindset.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the role.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
• Able to adapt and think on your feet in a changing environment.
• Unrestricted work rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate meals to a high standard, collaborating with the cafe team during service.
• Maintain food safety compliance, hygiene standards, and keep the kitchen clean and organised.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating events and activities at the museum and cafe.
• Contribute ideas to menu development and support event catering when needed.

Skills

Food prep

Kitchen service

Quality focus

Detail oriented

Reliability

Team player

Adaptability

Work rights Australia

Job description

Chef/Cook – Join a Unique and Vibrant Cafe Environment
Brisbane Motor Museum | Casual Position

We’re looking for a talented and experienced Chef/Cook to join the team at the Brisbane Motor Museum Cafe — a stylish and modern cafe set within one of Brisbane’s most exciting new venues.

The Brisbane Motor Museum is a purpose-built, architecturally designed destination showcasing a rotating display of vehicles and exhibits that change regularly throughout the year. Alongside the museum, our cafe delivers high-quality food and service to guests from all walks of life — from motoring enthusiasts to casual diners and private event guests. We take pride in presentation, quality, and creating a warm and professional atmosphere.

This casual role offers 2–4 days of consistent work each week, making it ideal for someone seeking reliable, ongoing shifts within a supportive and well-run environment.

If you’re passionate about great food and enjoy working in a well-equipped kitchen as part of a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you. You'll have the chance to contribute to a quality-focused menu and occasionally support unique events hosted at the Museum.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a valued member of our cafe team, you’ll be involved in preparing and plating meals to a high standard, ensuring every dish reflects quality and attention to detail. During service, you’ll work alongside the cafe team to help maintain an efficient and collaborative kitchen environment.

You’ll also take responsibility for maintaining food safety compliance and hygiene standards, while ensuring the cafe and kitchen remain clean, organised, and visually presentable. Safety is always a priority, and your proactive approach will help ensure a secure and professional workspace. You’ll also assist with the scheduling and coordination of events and activities at the museum, offering added variety to your day-to-day work.

There may also be opportunities to contribute ideas to menu development and be involved in catering for private and museum-run events.

What We’re Looking For

• Solid experience in food preparation and kitchen service


• A strong focus on quality, consistency, and presentation


• Valid driver’s licence


• High attention to detail and personal pride in your work


• Positive, reliable, and proactive mindset


• Willingness to learn and grow in the role


• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively


• Able to adapt and think on your feet in a changing environment


• Unrestricted work rights in Australia

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Daytime hours with a mix of weekday and weekend shifts


• Consistent roster with 3-5 days per week


• Opportunities to be part of event catering and menu development


• Supportive, small team culture


• Genuine work-life balance


• Free onsite parking


• Above-award pay and recognition


• Brand new, high-spec kitchen with quality equipment


• Convenient location with easy public and private transport access


• Diverse, interesting work across cafe service and events


• Room to grow and develop with future opportunities

Want to know more?

Visit our website to check out our current menu and explore more about the cafe and museum experience:
https://www.brisbanemotormuseum.com.au/cafe-brisbane-motor-museum

This is more than just a kitchen job — it’s a chance to be part of something special.