Job Description

University of Queensland Union – Saint Lucia QLD

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About University of Queensland Union (UQU)

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University of Queensland Union (UQU) is one of Australia's oldest, largest, and most representative university unions. We are led by students, not-for-profit, and have been independent since day one. We're not your typical employer, and we don't want to be.

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We're a team of organisers, creatives, advocates, and community-builders. We are students backing students, choosing representation over hierarchy, and real impact over red tape.

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We take our work seriously and thousands of students rely on us every day.

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UQU supports 220 clubs and societies, our food and retail outlets, runs campus-defining events, and embed free food initiatives like Kampus Kitchen and Morning Marmalade to make sure no student goes without.

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Right now, you'll see UQU has a lot on our plate – we're working hard to build and grow, and are actively investing in the ways we work, lead, and support our people. We're focused on getting our foundations right — a culture that makes a real difference.

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We're currently going through an organisational review and a period of change, and as part of this we have a number of roles to fill, meaning there's genuine opportunity to grow with us and shape how the organisation works.

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When you join UQU, you won't just witness the uplift, you'll help drive it. Here, you'll have a genuine opportunity to use and build your skills, and leave your mark, there's no other workplace quite like it.

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About The Role

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We are currently seeking a motivated and passionate Chef de Partie to join our hospitality team at St Lucia.



This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to continue developing their culinary career within a fast-paced and collaborative kitchen environment.

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Reporting to the Head Chef, the Chef de Partie plays an important role in the daily operation of a high-performing commercial kitchen. This position contributes to delivering quality, consistent food and efficient kitchen operations, while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and operational excellence.

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While this is a casual role, there is the opportunity to work up to 38 hours during semester peaks, with hours for this role being Monday, Thursday, and Friday, depending on business requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

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Service & Food Production

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- Prepare and present food to recipe, menu and portion standards
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- Support consistent, efficient kitchen service and mise en place
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- Maintain a clean, organised workstation and follow portion control to minimise waste
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- Support section operations with a degree of autonomy, and mentor junior kitchen staff
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Food Safety & Compliance

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- Maintain food safety, hygiene and WHS standards in line with SOPs and UQU policy
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- Complete food safety records accurately and report concerns, faults or incidents promptly
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Stock & Cost Control

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- Monitor stock rotation, quality and use-by dates; support stocktakes
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- Report shortages promptly and use ingredients/resources cost-effectively
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Team & Operations

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- Support the Chef and kitchen team with daily operations and ad hoc duties
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- Contribute to a positive team environment and participate in training/meetings
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- Previous experience leading small teams is highly regarded
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About You

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We're after someone who has:

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A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent experience

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Current Food Safety certification, or willingness to obtain

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1–2 years' experience in a commercial kitchen environment

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Experience leading or supervising a team is highly regarded

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Sound knowledge of food preparation, food safety and safe food handling practices

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Ability to work efficiently in a quick-paced team environment while maintaining quality standards

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Strong communication, teamwork and time management skills

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Has knowledge of stock control, food presentation standards and kitchen WHS requirements

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Why Join UQU?

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Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment

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Opportunity to further develop your culinary skills and hospitality career

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Staff discounts across UQU outlets (including coffee!)

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Vibrant and fast-paced campus environment

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Access to ongoing training and development opportunities

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Opportunity to develop within a large, diverse and fast-paced hospitality operation

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Due to theanticipatedhigh volume ofapplications,only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Chef De Partie (Queensland)
🏢 University of Queensland Union
📍 Queensland