Job Description
Matsumoto Japanese restaurant – Brunswick East VIC
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We are seeking a skilled and passionate Japanese Cook to join our agile kitchen team. Our restaurant accommodates 60 seats, offering an intimate yet fast-paced dining experience. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality, authentic Japanese dishes, ensuring consistency, speed, and exceptional presentation.
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Key responsibilities
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Prepare ingredients for the sushi bar, hot kitchen, and tempura stations daily
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Execute traditional Japanese cooking techniques including grilling
(Yakimitori/Robata),
frying (Tempura), and simmering
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Ensure all dishes meet restaurant standards for traditional Japanese aesthetic presentation
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Maintain clean, sanitized, and organized work stations throughout service
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Monitor stock levels, rotate ingredients using FIFO, and minimize food waste
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Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service for our 60 guests
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Adhere strictly to local food health and safety regulations
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About you
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Minimum 1 year of experience cooking in a commercial Japanese kitchen
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Proven proficiency in Japanese knife skills (Hōchōjutsu) and cooking methods
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Ability to work quickly and accurately during high-volume peak dinner rushes
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Capability to stand for long periods and work in a high-temperature environment
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Strong cooperative mindset to work alongside sushi chefs and kitchen hands
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Availability to work nights, weekends, and public holidays
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Trade certificate (preferred)
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Valid food handler's safety certificate (preferred)
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