Salary: $79,500 + superannuation per annum
Hours: 38 hours per week
About Canteen By Ramen Daddy
Canteen By Ramen Daddy is a Japanese-inspired restaurant and bar located at Dairy Road in Fyshwick, Canberra. We operate lunch and dinner services, with a menu centred around ramen and contemporary Japanese-style dishes.
Our kitchen prepares a diverse range of dishes including ramen, broths, mazesoba, rice bowls, katsu sandos, small plates and other Japanese-inspired menu items. As our business continues to grow and expand its food and dining operations, we are looking for a full-time Commis Chef to join our kitchen team.
About the Role
As a Commis Chef, you will work as part of our established kitchen team under the direction of the Head Chef, Sous Chef and Chef de Partie.
You will assist with daily food preparation and cooking across different kitchen sections and help ensure that dishes are prepared consistently and efficiently during busy lunch and dinner services.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare ingredients and complete daily mise en place for lunch and dinner services
Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards
Assist with preparing ramen broths, stocks, sauces, garnishes and other menu components
Prepare, portion and cook proteins including pork and chicken
Work across assigned kitchen stations including the hot line, fryer and food preparation areas
Prepare ramen, mazesoba, rice dishes, katsu items, side dishes and other Japanese-style dishes




Assist senior chefs with small plates and other dinner menu items
Plate and present dishes consistently to restaurant standards
Check the quality and freshness of ingredients
Assist with receiving, storing, rotating and monitoring kitchen stock
Minimized food waste through correct preparation, portioning and storage
Maintain clean and organized preparation, cooking, storage and refrigeration areas
Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements
Work closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient service
Skills and Experience
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
At least 1 year of relevant commercial kitchen experience at Chef level
Practical knowledge of commercial food preparation and cooking techniques
Ability to follow recipes, preparation lists and presentation standards
Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and secure food handling
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Good organisational and time-management skills
Availability to work lunch and dinner services, including weekends and public holidays as rostered
What We Offer
Full-time, ongoing employment
$79,500 + superannuation per annum
38 hours per week
Supportive and structured kitchen team
Opportunity to work across a diverse Japanese-inspired menu
Opportunity to develop your skills as the business continues to grow and expand
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📌 Commis Chef (Canberra)
🏢 Canteen by Ramen Daddy
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