Chefs All Levels - Head Chef, Commis, CDP

Griffin Hospitality; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Hospitality is hiring across multiple Brisbane venues including Coorparoo, Eagleby, Beenleigh and New Farm. We have opportunities for Chefs at all levels, from Commis to Head Chef, with a focus on skill development and leadership within growing teams.

If you love great food and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you and explore how you can contribute to delivering quality meals and memorable dining experiences across our venues.

Qualifications

• Aspiration to grow in culinary career across roles ranging from Commis to Head Chef.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to food quality, presentation and consistency.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes to venue standards.
• Maintaining consistency, quality and presentation across all menu items.
• Collaborating with kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver excellent service.
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with requirements.
• Assisting with stock control, ordering, receiving deliveries and minimizing food waste.
• Supporting menu development, specials and seasonal offerings where appropriate.
• Managing food preparation and service in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Contributing to a positive, professional kitchen culture.
• For senior roles, overseeing kitchen operations, rosters and stock control.

Job description

Chefs All Levels - Head Chef, Commis, CDP

We're Hiring! Chefs of All Levels – Multiple Venues

Are you a passionate Chef looking for your next opportunity? Whether you're just starting your culinary career, looking to take the next step, or an experienced Chef ready for a new challenge, Griffin Hospitality wants to hear from you!

With multiple venues across Coorparoo, Eagleby, Beenleigh and New Farm, and we're looking for talented, motivated and enthusiastic kitchen professionals to join our growing teams.

From developing your skills in the kitchen to leading a brigade, we have opportunities available for Chefs at all stages of their careers.

If you love great food, thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in delivering quality meals and memorable dining experiences, we'd love to hear from you!

Positions Available

We're recruiting across a range of kitchen roles, including:

Commis Chefs – Build your skills, develop your confidence and grow your experience.

Chefs de Partie – Take ownership of your section and help deliver consistently high-quality dishes.

Sous Chefs – Support kitchen leadership, coordinate service and help develop the wider kitchen team.

Head Chefs – Lead kitchen operations, drive food quality and inspire your team to succeed.

Whether you're looking for your first kitchen role or an opportunity to lead a team, we have a range of positions to suit different experience levels.

What You'll Be Doing

Depending on your experience and the position, your responsibilities may include:

Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes to venue standards.

Maintaining consistency, quality and presentation across all menu items.

Working collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver excellent service.

Maintaining food safety, hygiene and cleanliness in accordance with relevant requirements.

Assisting with stock control, ordering, receiving deliveries and minimising food waste.

Supporting menu development, specials and seasonal offerings where appropriate.

Managing food preparation and service in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Contributing to a positive, professional and supportive kitchen culture.

For senior positions, overseeing kitchen operations, managing rosters, stock control, controlling food costs and mentoring team members.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in people who bring the right attitude, a passion for food and a willingness to learn and grow.

Ideally, you'll have:

A genuine passion for cooking and the hospitality industry.

A strong work ethic and the ability to work well under pressure.

Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

A commitment to food quality, presentation and consistency.

A sound understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene.

The ability to work a flexible roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays where required.

Relevant qualifications and experience suited to the position you're applying for.

Experience isn't everything! We're happy to hear from emerging talent as well as seasoned professionals looking to take their careers to the next level.

Why Join Griffin Hospitality?

At Griffin Hospitality, we're passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and building strong teams across our venues.

When you join us, you'll have the opportunity to:

Explore opportunities across multiple venues within our hospitality group.

Develop your skills and grow your culinary career.

Work alongside passionate hospitality professionals.

Take on new challenges and build your experience across different kitchen environments.

Pursue opportunities for career progression as you develop.

Become part of a team that values quality, teamwork and a positive workplace culture.

Whether your passion lies in casual dining, pub classics, modern cuisine or creating memorable meals for guests, we'd love to find the right opportunity for you.