Functions Chef

The Full Moon Hotel; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

The Full Moon Hotel in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Functions Chef to join our Kitchen team in a casual capacity. You will deliver high-quality food across our busy functions and events, from preparation through to service, in a fast-paced setting.

This hands-on role suits a chef who thrives under pressure and enjoys variety, with strong food safety, presentation and teamwork. You'll report to the Head Chef and collaborate with the Functions and Front of House teams to ensure flawless

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience in functions, events or high-volume hospitality is highly regarded.
• Strong food preparation and cooking skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes and presentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting food for functions and events.
• Following function menus, recipes and established food presentation standards.
• Completing food preparation and mise en place prior to service.

Skills

Chef experience

High-volume service

Functions & events

Education

Culinary qualifications

Job description

Join our team at Queensland's Hotel of The Year - The Full Moon Hotel!!!

Casual position available - flexible shifts across our busy functions and events calendar, with the potential for a permanent position in the future.

Working across a variety of functions, celebrations, events and high-volume services.

Join a popular, busy and well-established venue with a strong mix of loyal locals, visitors and function guests.

Bring your culinary experience to a busy kitchen where quality food and memorable guest experiences are at the heart of what we do.

Supportive owner-operated business with hands-on leadership and strong team culture.

Work alongside experienced hospitality professionals in a venue known for staff retention.

Be part of an award-winning venue overlooking Moreton Bay, just 25 minutes from Brisbane CBD.

Enjoy variety - with weddings, celebrations, corporate events, private functions and large-scale venue events.

Ongoing training and development to help grow your hospitality career.

Safe, inclusive and team-focused workplace where your contribution is genuinely valued.

About Us

For more than 150 years, The Full Moon Hotel has been a much-loved destination for locals and visitors alike. Positioned on the waterfront at Sandgate with sweeping views across Moreton Bay, the Full Moon combines a relaxed coastal atmosphere with the energy of one of Brisbane’s busiest hospitality venues.

Our venue includes award-winning bistro dining, multiple bars, full TAB facilities, live entertainment, functions and events, a VIP Gaming Lounge, and four local Bottleshops. Recent accolades include QHA Best Marketed Hotel 2024, Best Bistro 2025, Bottlemart Boondall Hall of Fame 2025, Best Bar 2026 and Hotel of the Year 2026.

What truly sets us apart is our people and culture. Many of our team members have built long-term careers with us, with more than 11% of our staff having over 10 years’ service. From chefs and supervisors through to senior leadership, we are proud to promote from within wherever possible and create an environment where hospitality professionals can genuinely thrive.

As a family-owned and operated venue with four generations of pub industry history behind us, we understand the importance of flexibility, support and creating a workplace people actually enjoy coming to.

About The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate Functions Chef to join our Kitchen team in a casual capacity.

Working as part of our Functions and Kitchen teams, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality food across our busy functions and events. From preparation through to service, you'll help ensure our guests receive a consistently high standard of food and service.

This is a hands-on role suited to a chef who enjoys variety, works well under pressure and takes pride in delivering quality food in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to our Head Chef and working closely with our Functions Manager, you'll contribute to the smooth operation of functions while maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety.

Your day may include:

• Preparing, cooking and presenting food for functions and events
• Following function menus, recipes and established food presentation standards
• Completing food preparation and mise en place prior to service
• Working efficiently during busy and high-volume function services
• Assisting with the smooth running of kitchen operations during functions
• Working closely with the Functions and Front of House teams to ensure food service runs efficiently
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
• Ensuring food is prepared and stored in accordance with food safety requirements
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment
• Assisting with stock rotation, storage and general kitchen duties
• Supporting the wider Kitchen team during busy periods and as required

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Need:

• Previous experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen
• Experience in functions, events or high-volume hospitality is highly regarded
• Relevant culinary qualifications are desirable
• Strong food preparation and cooking skills
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow menus, recipes and presentation standards
• A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider kitchen team
• Reliability, professionalism and a strong work ethic
• Availability to work across functions, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
• A genuine passion for food, hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences

Why Join The Full Moon Hotel?

At Full Moon, you're not just filling shifts - you're joining a venue that values its people, supports career growth and understands the importance of creating a positive workplace.

Our busy functions calendar offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of events, from celebrations and private functions through to large-scale events, while building your skills and experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Whether you're an experienced chef looking for casual work or simply enjoy the variety that functions and events bring, you'll be part of a supportive kitchen team where you can contribute, develop your skills and enjoy being part of what we do.

If you take pride in great food, enjoy working as part of a team and thrive in a busy hospitality environment, we'd love to hear from you.