Nijumaru Japanese Restaurant is a well-established Japanese dining destination committed to delivering authentic Japanese cuisine and exceptional customer service. We are passionate about using fresh, high-quality ingredients and providing an outstanding dining experience for our customers.
We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Chef to join our professional kitchen team on a full-time basis.
Key Responsibilities:
· Prepare and cook a wide variety of Japanese dishes to a consistently high standard, ensuring authenticity, quality, and presentation.
· Assist in planning menus and estimate food, labour, and operating costs to support efficient kitchen operations.
· Ensure food quality, presentation, and portion control consistently meet restaurant standards.
· Supervise, train, and mentor junior kitchen staff and apprentices, providing guidance on food preparation, cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen procedures.
· Coordinate daily kitchen operations and allocate tasks to ensure efficient workflow during service.
· Monitor food stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory management to maintain adequate supplies.
· Maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards in accordance with Australian food safety regulations.
· Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure the timely preparation and service of customer orders.
· Receive and inspect food deliveries to ensure quality, freshness, and compliance with purchasing specifications.
· Minimise food waste and implement cost-effective kitchen practices while maintaining food quality.
· Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and operated safely in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.
Skills and Experience:
The successful applicant should have:
· Diploma of Hospitality Management or equivalent.
· A minimum of two (2) years of work experience preparing authentic Japanese cuisine.
· Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene practices.
· Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
· Excellent organisational and time management skills.
· Strong teamwork and communication skills.
· Availability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
Pay: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
