At The Glen Hotel, we’ve always believed that you don’t need tuxedos, a skyline view or five-star postcode to experience truly great food. You just need good people, quality ingredients, and a shared passion for delivering consistently great food to experience with your family, every single time.
And this week, that belief was officially recognised on Queensland’s biggest hospitality stage.
We’re incredibly proud to share that our very own Executive Chef, Brad Casey, has been named Queensland’s Chef of the Year at the 2025 Queensland Hotels Association Awards for Excellence.
It’s an honour that celebrates not only Brad’s personal dedication to his craft, but also the evolution of what great pub food can be.
From Eight Mile Plains to State-Wide Recognition
Brad was up against chefs from some of the most exclusive luxury venues in the state, from W Hotel and JW Marriott to Spicers Hidden Vale. To see our southside local chef take out the top honour is a huge moment not just for Brad, but for our entire Glen Hotel community.
If you’ve ever dined with us, you’ll know that Brad’s touch is on everything that leaves our kitchen. From fresh, seasonal restaurant dishes to our beloved Neopolitan Alphonsus pizza, indulgent donuts and beautifully executed large-scale function menus. He leads a team that serves more than 5,000 meals every week, and does so with a commitment to consistency, creativity, and care.
More Than Just a Chef
What sets Brad apart goes beyond what’s on the plate. As owners Brian and Cathy Fitzgibbons shared when nominating him for the award, Brad is a true leader in the kitchen, mentoring young chefs, nurturing a positive team culture, and always striving to make casual dining something memorable.
He shares our vision of delivering an elevated pub experience that’s approachable, family-friendly, and full of flavour. Whether you’re grabbing a quick midweek meal or celebrating a milestone event, Brad’s aim is always the same: make it exceptional.
Go Brad!
We know that many of our guests have enjoyed Brad’s food without ever knowing his name and that’s exactly the kind of chef he is. Quietly passionate, hardworking and more focused on what’s next than what’s been won.
But today, we’re putting the spotlight firmly on him. You’ve made all of us at The Glen incredibly proud.
Want to see the moment he won? Watch it here on Instagram
Editor’s note: This article was produced in partnership with Club PR
