Job Description

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About the Role

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We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef to join our agile team in THE Q. As a key member of our hospitality and catering operation, you will be responsible for creating exceptional culinary experiences that delight our guests. This permanent, full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary skills in a vibrant and supportive environment.

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About Us

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The Q, located at 70 Ipswich – Boonah Rd, Purga, Queensland 4306. Is a recent state of the art greyhound racing facility in Purga, situated on the outskirts of Ipswich. The facility includes 3 separate race tracks, a community club complete with a 350 seat restaurant, sports bar, a gaming room with 60 machines.

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The Club is committed to fostering a family-friendly and balanced workplace, offering flexibility in work arrangements to support personal commitments.

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Tasks & Responsibilities

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Planning and preparing high-quality meals across lunch, dinner, and function service

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Supervising kitchen operations during busy service periods

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Assisting with menu planning, specials, and seasonal offerings

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Monitoring food preparation, portion control,



and presentation standards

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Training and mentoring apprentice and junior kitchen staff

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Managing stock rotation, ordering, and minimising wastage

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Ensuring compliance with food safety, WHS, and hygiene regulations

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Maintaining consistency and efficiency in a high-volume kitchen environment

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Coordinating with management regarding operational requirements and customer expectations

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Qualifications & experience

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Minimum 1 years experience as a Chef in a busy commercial kitchen

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Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent

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Experience in high-volume bistro, club, restaurant, or functions environments

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Strong leadership and communication skills

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Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced workplace

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Sound knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance standards

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Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays

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Employment is under the Registered and Licensed Clubs Award 2020

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Salary range $75,000 – $80,000 per year plus super

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📌 Chef Townsville (Australia)
🏢 Queensland Greyhound Racing Club
📍 Australia