Job Advertisement – Cook
Business Name: Menya Ramen Elizabeth Street
Location: 437-439 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: AUD 78,000 – AUD 82,000 per annum plus superannuation
About Us
Menya Ramen Elizabeth Street is a well-established Japanese restaurant located in the heart of Melbourne CBD. We are known for serving authentic Japanese ramen and traditional Japanese cuisine, offering a high-quality dine-in experience to local customers, students, office workers and visitors. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook a range of Japanese dishes, including ramen, rice dishes, side dishes, appetisers and soups in accordance with established recipes and quality standards.
- Prepare ingredients for daily service, including cutting, portioning, marinating and storing food items.
- Monitor cooking processes and presentation standards to ensure consistency, quality and timely service.
- Maintain stock rotation practices and assist with monitoring inventory levels and ingredient usage.
- Ensure all food preparation and cooking activities comply with food safety, hygiene and sanitation requirements.
- Assist with receiving, storing and organising kitchen supplies and ingredients.
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, workstations and food preparation areas.
- Coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to support efficient service during lunch and dinner trading periods.
Skills and Experience Required
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
- At least two years of relevant commercial kitchen experience.
- Experience preparing Japanese cuisine, particularly ramen and noodle-based dishes, is highly desirable.
- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen operations.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
Benefits
- Full-time permanent position.
- Competitive salary package of AUD 78,000 – AUD 82,000 plus superannuation.
- Opportunity to work in a well-established Japanese restaurant in Melbourne CBD.
- Supportive and professional team environment.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a current resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $78,000.00 – $82,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Experience:
- Kitchen: 1 year (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
