Customs House Full-time, fixed-term position until December 2026 Base salary will be $72,692.33 full-time equivalent, plus 17% superannuation (Food and Beverage Grade 6) No Public Holidays and Yearly Uniform allowance 38-hour week with time off in lieu – Extra hours are accrued as TOIL, taken by agreement with management. Based at the heart of Brisbane City, Customs House About This Opportunity We are seeking a motivated, reliable, customer focused Assistant Banquet Manager to support the Banquet Manager and deliver an exceptional level of hospitality service within Customs House, an iconic high-end venue in the heart of Brisbane city. Customs House is one of Brisbane’s premier events and heritage destinations. We offer a range of different spaces for our clients: boardrooms, meeting spaces, a ballroom and a restaurant. We are regarded as one of Brisbane’s most awarded function venues. Customs House caters for both corporate and private functions and is a spectacular venue for a wedding reception. Staff are required to fulfil 38 hours per week across a seven-day roster including weekends and evenings. Key responsibilities will include: Hands on supervision, execution and preparation of functions and events in Customs House and externally, whilst maintaining excellent staff and patron care Liaising with Events, Kitchen and Restaurant, and anticipating requests, solving problems, site inspections and providing general information for visitors Ensuring venue security and locking of premises at end of the shift POS and EMS accounts, reports and maintenance Stocktaking and maintenance of bar levels, ordering of beverage, linen and dry store stock and ensuring adequate organisation of cellar, service and back of house areas Finalisation of client accounts and production of banquet reports, handling and supervision of cash floats About UQ Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 17% superannuation contributions 17.5% annual leave loading Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family UQ Study for Staff About You At least 2 years’ subsequent relevant work experience and supervisor training Current RSA Demonstrated experience in banquet operations Well-developed supervisory and leadership skills Sound understanding of workplace, health, and safety issues High level of communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-oriented focus Demonstrated use of POS systems, responsibility of cash takings, and demonstrated understanding of stock control and ordering Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ms Carolina Muramoto (Banquet Manager - Customs House) at c .muramoto@customshouse.com.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: Resume Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. Applications close Tuesday 27 January at 11.00pm AEST (R-52275). LI-DNI