Kitchen Hand
7 hours ago
Job Status: Casual
Hourly Rate: $31.35 per hour, plus superannuation
Industry:Performing Arts
Location:South Brisbane
Application Closing Date: Friday 24th October 2025 at 5pm
Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) is one of Australia's leading centres for live performance. Welcoming over 1.5 million visitors to more than 1200 performances each year, we embrace the best in live performance – the world renowned alongside the emerging, local, and new – and connect to the stories and ideas at the heart of each production. Through the warmth and expertise of our staff, we have become a trusted curator, presenter, and host; a place to come together to relax, reflect, share stories, and celebrate.
About the RoleWe are seeking applications for the casual role of Kitchen Hand. Reporting to the Executive Chefs and Sous Chef/Chef de Partie of the designated Food and Beverage outlet, this position is responsible for maintaining a clean and hygienic environment throughout QPAC's multiple kitchen and dining areas, as well as assisting with basic food preparation where required. We offer you the opportunity to learn more about quality food products and service while working alongside our experienced kitchen staff.
This is not a 9-to-5 position. It will require the individual to have a high degree of flexibility in their work times as many shifts are rotated over 7 days, predominantly during evenings and weekends.
As a minimum requirement to meet business needs, applicants must be available for a minimum of three (3) shifts per week. Within this availability, staff must be available for one (1) shift on a Wednesday and one (1) shift on a Saturday.
In this role you will:
Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum, dust, polish, and remove rubbish.
Use dishwashing machines and undertake other cleaning duties as required.
Clean cooking items and equipment as directed.
Defrost and clean refrigerators and other stores areas as required.
Assist with pick-up and delivery duties such as distribution of alcohol, food and refreshments, merchandise.
Stock and parcel delivery.
Provide assistance with clearing of crockery and cutlery for wash up.
Report maintenance issues as encountered.
Assist with stocktake.
Assemble and prepare ingredients for cooking.
General pantry duties.
To be successful in this role, we are looking for:
Experience with cleaning in an industrial or commercial environment.
Initiative and flexibility to undertake a variety of tasks.
Experience in providing high-quality customer service.
The ability to work as a member of a fast-paced team.
The Queensland Performing Arts Centre is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, Disabled and Deaf people, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of all ages.
To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police check.
You can obtain a copy of the position description by emailing For any other queries, please contact the Talent Acquisition team on
The closing date for applications is on Friday 24th October 2025 at 5pm. QPAC will commence screening and shortlisting in advance of this closing date.
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