Commis Chef | Greca

Work Initiatives; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible rosters

Tips & staff discounts

Career progression

Supportive team

Growth-focused culture

Job summary

Greca, a lively Greek taverna on Brisbane's riverside, is seeking an experienced chef for a casual role with flexible hours. You’ll focus on grilled meats and seafood, working with premium produce in a fast-paced kitchen.

Join a high-energy team under The Apollo Restaurant Group, with generous tips, staff discounts across venues, and clear pathways for development. Experience in Mediterranean cuisine is preferred, and a growth mindset is valued.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a busy kitchen; Mediterranean cuisine preferred.
• Strong knife skills and attention to detail.
• Calm, efficient and focused under pressure.
• Excellent communication and time management; able to multitask.
• Growth mindset; eager to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prep with a focus on grilled meats and seafood.
• Keep your section clean, organised, and efficient.
• Uphold kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.
• Work collaboratively in a high-energy team.

Skills

2+ years’ experience

Knife skills

Calm under pressure

Communication & time management

Growth mindset

Job description

Greca is a modern Greek taverna located riverside beneath Brisbane’s iconic Story Bridge. Inspired by the relaxed energy of coastal Greece, we’re all about shared tables, charred meats, good wine, and great company—brought together in a vibrant, high-volume setting that feels like the heart of a sun-soaked village.

We’re open seven days a week for lunch and dinner and part of The Apollo Restaurant Group, which includes celebrated venues like The Apollo, Yoko Dining, and Cho Cho San. While each restaurant is distinct, we’re united by a passion for delicious food, warm hospitality, and team culture that supports growth and creativity.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and knows how to bring bold, honest flavour to life. You'll work with premium produce, on a menu built around generous, produce-driven Greek classics. This is a casual position with flexible hours and clear pathways for development.

What You’ll Do

• Cook and prep with a focus on grilled meats and seafood


• Keep your section clean, organised, and efficient


• Uphold kitchen hygiene and food safety standards


• Work collaboratively in a high-energy team

What You’ll Bring

• 2+ years’ experience in a busy kitchen environment (Mediterranean cuisine desired)


• Strong knife skills and attention to detail


• Calm, efficient, and focused under pressure


• Excellent communication and time management


• A growth mindset—we invest in people who want to learn

Why Join Us?

• Flexible rosters that fit your lifestyle


• Generous tips and staff discounts across all Howard Smith Wharves venues


• A supportive, down-to-earth team that feels like family


• Opportunities for progression and skill development


• A workplace built on respect, generosity, and good food