Chef/Cook (Japanese Restaurant)

2 weeks ago

Surrey Hills, Victoria, Australia Kamada Full time $65,000 - $80,000 per year

At KAMADA, we believe that the core concept of traditional Japanese cuisine is about drawing out and embracing the ingredients' natural flavours.

We, as pursuers of the Japanese spirit since 1789, we cook authentic and healthy Japanese homestyle cuisine with our soy sauces.

Duties and Job Responsibilities

  • Oversee all kitchen operations and ensuring smooth, coordinated workflow.
  • Supervise and train your team members.
  • Set and maintain high quality standards on customer service and work ethics.
  • Test and perfect recipes, maintaining high-quality, consistent dishes.
  • Manage kitchen inventory, place orders with suppliers, and forecast ingredient needs to optimise supply and minimise waste on a day-to-day basis.
  • Maintain storage areas including fridges and cool areas, ensuring proper recording of temperature of various fresh ingredients and continual awareness of use-by dates.
  • Ensure compliance with food hygiene, safety, and workplace regulations, maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
  • Delegate tasks effectively and resolve issues swiftly in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
  • Tackle service challenges with composure, troubleshoot kitchen issues proactively.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Diploma in Hospitality Management, Cert IV in Commercial Cookery.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and rapport-building skills.
  • Experience in and knowledge of Japanese food and beverages including preparation methods are required.
  • Proven track record of success within a similar role in a similar industry.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Free drinks
  • Free food

Experience:

  • Kitchen: 2 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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