Join one of Australia's leading cultural institutions in a unique culinary leadership role at Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA).

QAGOMA is home to some of the country's most dynamic exhibitions, events and hospitality experiences, welcoming visitors from around the world. We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Head Chef to lead daily kitchen operations across our diverse food and beverage portfolio, including premium events, catering and gallery dining experiences.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, this role is responsible for delivering exceptional culinary standards, leading kitchen teams, driving operational efficiency and contributing to the ongoing success of one of Brisbane's most unique hospitality environments.

Job details

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of multiple kitchen outlets and event catering services
• Manage BOH rosters, labour costs, stock control and food cost performance
• Provide hands-on leadership, training and supervision to culinary staff
• Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene and compliance standards
• Drive operational improvements and kitchen efficiencies across the business
• Collaborate closely with front-of-house teams to deliver seamless guest experiences
• Support the Executive Chef with reporting, planning and operational oversight

About You

You are a confident and experienced kitchen leader with a passion for high-quality food, strong team leadership skills and experience working in large-scale hospitality or premium catering environments.

You will bring:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a large multi-venue hospitality or catering operation
• Experience leading high-performing culinary teams
• Strong financial and operational management capability
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
• Food Safety Supervisor qualification

Technical

To be eligible for appointment to this position you must hold the following qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (SIT30821) or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (SIT40521)
• Food Safety Supervisor (SITSS00069)
• 3 years' experience in a large multi-venue operation with a specific focus on high end catering.

The role description will outline any qualifications, licences and specific requirements of the role. If you are interested in this job we encourage you to read the attached role description and talk to the contact officer.

• Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar).
• Appointments are subject to criminal history checks in accordance with section 52 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
• Prior to appointment, current and previous public sector employees are required to disclose any history of serious disciplinary action in accordance with section 71 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
• All employees are required to disclose any interest/s that conflict, may conflict or may be perceived to conflict with the discharge of their duties in accordance with section 89, 182 or 183 of the Public Sector Act 2022.

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Further information

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

Documents

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

• QAGOMA690106 Head Chef - RD (PDF, 201KB)
  Role Description