Assistant Kitchen Manager

ASSISTANT KITCHEN MANAGER — JOIN OUR GROWING GROUP

Corbett & Claude is a multi-award-winning, fast-growing casual Italian pizza bar group with venues in Brisbane CBD and Upper Mount Gravatt, and a brand new venue opening soon in Ascot. We're on the hunt for a dedicated and skilled Assistant Kitchen Manager to join our kitchen.

• Winner, 2026 Restaurant & Caterers Best Pizza Restaurant
• Fun, professional environment with genuine work-life balance
• Make a serious living doing hospitality the way it should be done

About us

Corbett & Claude is modern Italian done our way, a creative, Italian-inspired menu served in open kitchens and buzzing bars, where personality drives the guest experience as much as the food does. Our venues are where friends and family gather, unwind and celebrate, and we're proud to prove that hospitality can be a genuine long-term career, not just a job.

About the role

This is a full-time position for someone with strong technical skills, a passion for quality food, and the ability to thrive in a busy, team-oriented kitchen. As Assistant Kitchen Manager, you'll play a key role in maintaining the quality, consistency and creativity of our menu, while helping to develop a strong, capable kitchen team for the long term.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, cooking and plating dishes to a high standard
• Leading and supporting the kitchen team during service
• Training, mentoring and developing team members, with a focus on long-term growth
• Building and maintaining training systems, recipe specs and kitchen procedures
• Keeping the kitchen clean, safe and organised
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
• Placing orders and managing stock rotation (FIFO)
• Working within budget and meeting food cost, labour cost and wastage targets
• Rostering and scheduling the team in line with labour budgets
• Supporting the Kitchen Manager with day-to-day operations and financial performance
• Working closely with the team to deliver fast-paced, consistent service

About you

We're after someone who brings a can-do attitude, enjoys working as part of a fast-paced team, and is motivated, proactive and professional. You'll be a great fit if you have:

• A relevant diploma qualification
• At least 1 year's experience in a similar role
• The flexibility to work a roster including nights and weekends
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently without supervision
• The ability to thrive under pressure as part of a high-energy team
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

What's in it for you

• Annual salary: $70,000 to $80,000, depending on skills, experience and qualifications, plus superannuation
• Tips
• Free meals on shift
• 50% discount for you, family and friends
• Staff discounts across all our venues
• A supportive and energetic kitchen culture
• Real opportunities for career progression as our group continues to grow

Ready to get started?

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your resume for consideration today and take the next step in your career with Corbett & Claude.