About Us:
Katsu Cafe is a cozy Japanese-inspired cafe dedicated to providing our customers with a delightful dining experience. We pride ourselves on using fresh, high-quality ingredients to create a special menu that combines traditional Japanese flavours with a touch of creativity. We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Kitchen Hand to join our team and help us maintain the excellence of our culinary offerings.
Job Description:
As a Kitchen Hand / Chef at Katsu Cafe, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen. Your responsibilities will encompass various aspects of food preparation, cooking, customer service, and maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment. Your role is vital in delivering exceptional Japanese-inspired dishes and service to our customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Food Preparation: Assist in ingredient preparation following recipes and guidelines.
- Cooking: Support the kitchen team in cooking dishes according to the menu.
- Deep-Frying: Handle deep-frying operations with quality and safety in mind.
- Plating: Assist in creating appealing and consistent dish presentations.
- Customer Service: Interact with customers, answer questions, and provide recommendations.
- Cleaning Up: Maintain cleanliness and follow food safety regulations.
- Closing Kitchen: Assist with closing procedures and ensure readiness for the next shift.
- Drafting New Items: Collaborate with the chef to create and refine new menu items.
- Taking Initiative: Proactively identify areas for improvement and suggest ideas.
Qualifications:
- Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required.
- Passion for Japanese cuisine and a willingness to learn.
- Attention to detail, strong work ethic, and commitment to high standards.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Adaptability and a positive attitude.
- Initiative and a desire to contribute to the cafe's growth.
If you are enthusiastic about Japanese cuisine, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply for the Kitchen Hand position at Katsu Cafe. Join us in delivering Japanese-inspired culinary experiences in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. We look forward to having you as a valuable member of our team.
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and passion for Japanese cuisine.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual
Pay: $28.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Able to work 3-5 set days during the week?
Experience:
- Kitchen: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
