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Cook / Kitchen Hand

Duex M • Brendale, Queensland 4500, Australia • Casual

Description

About Us:

Duex M is part of HBH Group – a Brisbane-based hospitality group operating a diverse portfolio of exciting venues. From neighbourhood favourites to destination hotspots, we create spaces where people come together to eat, drink, celebrate, and connect.

Duex M is a newly opened café and wine bar in Brendale, offering exceptional coffee by day and a relaxed wine bar experience by night. With a focus on quality wines, beautifully curated cheese boards, and thoughtfully prepared food, we’re creating a space that’s warm, social, and a little indulgent.

As a new venue, we’re building a place where guests can slow down, connect, and enjoy great food and drink in a welcoming atmosphere. We offer a friendly, supportive work environment and are looking for passionate people who love hospitality and want to help shape something special.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Early morning food preparation (4:00am starts) for food truck breakfast and lunch service
  • Prepare and execute a rotating seasonal/artisanal meu
  • High-quality food presentation with strong attention to detail
  • Charcuterie preparation and assembly (boards, catering boxes, deli display)
  • Maintain and manage small deli stock levels and ordering
  • Assist with menu development and specials
  • Prepare food for catering orders and special events
  • Maintain food safety standards and compliance procedures\
  • Follow prep schedules and production timelines
  • Work efficiently in a fast-paced, small team environment
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen, food truck and prep areas

Skills & Qualifications Required:

  • Minimum 1–2 years experience in a commercial kitchen (cook level or above preferred)
  • Experience with breakfast and lunch service
  • Strong knife skills and prep efficiency
  • Experience working independently in early morning environments
  • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
  • Ability to manage prep volumes and maintain consistency
  • Current Food Safety Certificate
  • Reliable transport (due to 4:00am start times)

Highly Desirable:

  • Experience in food trucks or mobile catering
  • Experience with charcuterie, deli-style service or grazing boards
  • Experience in small-batch/artisanal menu development
  • Ordering and stock control experience
  • Event or catering experience
  • Experience in high-quality presentation-focused venues
  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or working towards)
  • Ability to work across multiple venues within the group

What we offer:

We value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your professional growth and wellbeing:

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • A fun, supportive, and passionate team environment
  • Staff discounts and perks across our hospitality, liquor, and childcare businesses
  • Daily food and coffee benefits
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Salary sacrifice options
  • The opportunity to be part of a growing and innovative group of businesses

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Before commencing employment, successful applicants will need to provide:

  • Verification of identity
  • Right to work documentation
  • References
  • Consent for us to conduct background checks

If you think this role may be suitable for you, please submit a cover letter outlining your experience along with your resume at your earliest convenience. If you have further questions about the role, please email brock@hbhgroup.info

Role Type

On-site • Temporary • Casual • Entry Level