Looking for a practical, hands-on role where you can learn new skills and be part of a supportive team? Join our kitchen team and gain experience in food preparation, food safety, stock control and commercial kitchen operations. Permanent role with generous salary ($33 - $36 per hour) and 12.75% super.

Job details

The Department of Youth Justice and Victim Support is seeking a Kitchenhand to join the team at Brisbane Youth Detention Centre. As a Kitchenhand, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day operation of a busy commercial kitchen, helping prepare and deliver meals while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety and food hygiene.

What you'll be doing

In this role, you will:

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals.
• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Receive, store and rotate food supplies.
• Assist with stocktakes and basic record keeping.
• Follow food safety and operational procedures.
• Work as part of a supportive kitchen team to deliver quality food services.

Why join us?

• No extensive experience required. Training and support provided.
• Gain practical skills in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Permanent employment with attractive public sector benefits.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and build a long-term career.
• Work with a team that values safety, respect and teamwork.

About you

We're looking for people who:

• Enjoy practical, hands-on work.
• Are reliable and willing to learn.
• Take pride in cleanliness and food safety.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Have kitchen, hospitality or food service experience, or a genuine interest in developing these skills.

Requirements

• Hold an unrestricted driver's licence, or be willing to obtain a manual licence.
• Hold a Food Handler's Certificate, or be willing to obtain one.
• Be eligible to obtain and maintain a Blue Card.
• Meet the department's pre-employment screening requirements.

Interested in applying?

Please provide the following information in your application:

• A current resume, including two referees.
• Complete the online questionnaire including responding to the following question:
  • ‘Tell us why you would like to work as a Kitchenhand and what you would bring to the role.'

Note: To fill in the questionnaire, please complete the information requested on the first page of the application form, ensuring all required fields are filled in. Once you have finished, click ‘Next' at the bottom of the page to proceed to the questionnaire section.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants applying outside of Smartjobs, may wish to include work samples, stories and experiences within community as part of their application. This can be provided directly to the Panel Chair. 

Only persons eligible to work in Australia may be employed by the Department of Justice and Victim Support. Successful applicants may be required to undergo relevant pre-employment screening and provide evidence of their right to work in Australia.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/706194/26

Closing Date: Wednesday, 18th November 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 706194-26-Role Description (Word, 434KB)
  Role Description