Who we are

Ghanem Group is a pioneering, award-winning, family-owned hospitality group with a 45-year history in Queensland and Victoria. Ghanem Group has grown fastidiously to where it is today and has its sights set firmly on the role it will continue to play in the future of Australia’s exciting and evolving hospitality landscape. The Ghanem Group is recognised for our exceptional service, hospitality, and ability to create unforgettable dining experiences in cutting-edge designed venues.

The Venue
Blackbird Bar & Grill is a luxurious and vibrant venue in Brisbane, recognised for its spectacular views of the Story Bridge and Brisbane River. With its 1920s-inspired design, private dining areas, and expansive event spaces, Blackbird is Brisbane’s premier destination for sophisticated dining and unforgettable events. The menu is a refined mix of modern Australian cuisine, offering everything from premium steaks to innovative seafood dishes. Whether it’s a quiet dinner, a large group booking, or an upscale cocktail event, Blackbird delivers an elevated experience every time.

Opportunity

We're seeking a dynamic Chef / Senior Chef to join our team at Blackbird. You'll play a pivotal role in managing kitchen operations at our new venue, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, high-quality dishes that delight our customers with every bite. With a direct reporting line to the Head Chef and Senior Sous Chef, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity, leadership, and culinary expertise in a supportive and innovative environment. If you're driven by a passion for culinary excellence and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen setting, we invite you to bring your skills and ambition to our team. Join us and be part of a culinary journey where innovation meets tradition, creating memorable dining experiences for our guests every day.

Key to your success will be your demonstrated experience in the following areas:

• Kitchen setup that aids optimal production of food, including cooking utensils and equipment, plating, storage, clean areas, etc
• Set up weekly rosters for all kitchen staff ensuring the right mix of experience is present for each shift
• Study each recipe and prepare all necessary ingredients for service
• Ensure food is cooked promptly
• Inform wait staff about daily specials
• Ensure appealing plate presentation
• Supervise cooks and assist as needed
• Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy, gluten-free)
• Monitor food stock and place orders to meet forecast demand
• Check the freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area
• Maintain kitchen policies and procedures ensuring all staff are trained and compliant 
• Recruit appropriately skilled staff and support their ongoing development and training
• Any additional duties within your capability as directed by the Head Chef

Successful candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role and environment, coupled with the following skills and attributes:

• 2 years of proven work experience as a Sous Chef of a similar size and quality venue
• Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Excellent record of kitchen and staff management
• Accuracy and speed in handling emergencies and providing solutions
• Familiar with the industry’s best practices
• Leadership and Management skills, including training, rostering, mentoring experience
• Excellent time management abilities
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
• Familiarity with sanitation and safety regulations

Offer
You will be joining a company that wants you to succeed, we offer:   

• 38hr work week plus breaks
• Amazing discounts at our venues
• Competitive award rates for our casual staff
• Career and development opportunities, learning from the best.
• $70,000 to $80,000 base salary plus Super 

To learn more about this role, submit your application.

Please note that only candidates who have full working rights in Australia will be considered for this opportunity.

Brisbane, QLD, 4000