CHEF DE CUISINE – EVENTS  

Are you our next rising star?  

Join our team as the Chef de Cuisine of Events at The Star Brisbane.  

The Star Brisbane, positioned at the heart of the new Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct, will be Australia’s newest entertainment and leisure destination. Commencing a staged opening in 2024, The Star Brisbane will bring a range of unique entertainment options, world class hotels, dining, bars, luxury retail, gaming and a state-of-the-art Event Centre, transforming how people will play, shop and socialise in the river city. 

The Chef de Cuisine for Events, reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, will become an important part of our culinary leadership team. This role has ownership in driving the Culinary offering throughout not only our 2000 guest ballroom but events activated throughout the entire property. You can expect to be responsible for large Gala dinners, conferences, corporate and bespoke intimate events. This will include event menu design, operational team management whilst keeping the business commercially viable. You will work collaboratively within the Food and Beverage operation to provide a positive and memorable team and guest experience. 

A few of your responsibilities  

• Managing costs across the events space including operational, food and labour while still maintaining quality.  

• Foster a winning, solution-oriented work environment, motivating and engaging team members to continuously deliver the best possible service to our guests in line with The Star values.  

• Demonstrate the ability to prepare event-based food items to the highest standards in accordance with menu plans, recipes, and The Star Brisbane's food safety plan while meeting event requirements.   

• Evaluate the performance of all direct reports and provide mentorship to enhance each team member's growth.   

• Continuous menu concept, tasting and design utilising local suppliers and keeping ahead of market trends.   

What we will be looking for  

• Food and beverage Culinary experience 

• Demonstrated leadership skills  

• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations 

• Experience with high-volume and high-end functions and events  

About you 

You will be able to provide exceptional culinary skills, outstanding communication, and hold the ability to lead a successful kitchen team within the event spaces, while achieving financial targets. As we move to The Star Brisbane you will be critical in leading the team through transition, whilst setting and maintaining the highest service and safety standards. An important part of this role is to also foster positive relationships, drive change, and communicate effectively.       

Within the event spaces you will have demonstrated resource management, cost control, and effective leadership experience in people management coupled with effective communication and influencing skills.    

Your role will be pivotal in shaping the success of our event focussed food, beverage and events operations at the Star Brisbane. Join us in making a difference. 

What can we offer you  

• Complimentary buffet meal on every shift 

• Uniform laundered and ready for you daily on property 

• Discounted parking available in the city 

• Up to 30% Discounts across award winning restaurants and accommodation 

• Career development, training, and courses via The Star Academy – limitless career opportunities 

• Paid Parental leave from Day 1, Secondary Carer’s leave also on offer 

• Diversity & Inclusion areas of focus including Multicultural, Gender, Aboriginal & Torres Strait islander and LGBTQI+ 

• Please be aware that eligibility checks may be required as part of the recruitment process and ongoing employment for this position.  

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