CHEF

Location: Melbourne CBD, VIC

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $80,000 – $82,000 per annum + superannuation

About the Restaurant

We are a small, established Japanese restaurant in Melbourne CBD, offering authentic Japanese cuisine in an intimate restaurant setting of approximately 40 seats. The restaurant operates for lunch and dinner service and holds a liquor licence.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our kitchen team and take responsibility for the preparation and delivery of high-quality authentic Japanese dishes, as well as the day-to-day coordination of kitchen operations.

About the Role The successful candidate will be responsible for:

- Planning, preparing and cooking Japanese dishes with high quality standards;
- Periodically review restaurant menus and raise recommendations / modify menus, dishes recipes, based on seasonal changes;
- Developing and maintaining recipes, cooking methods and portion standards;
- Preparing ingredients and ensuring food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard;
- Coordinating the day-to-day operation of the kitchen during lunch and dinner services;
- Organising kitchen workflow and allocating duties to kitchen staff where required;
- Supervising and providing guidance to junior kitchen staff;
- Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering and purchasing food supplies; Assisting with cost control and effective use of ingredients;
- Monitoring food quality,



freshness and presentation; Maintaining food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards in accordance with Australian requirements; Maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen environment

Skills and Experience The successful applicant will have:

- Relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery or a related field;
- At least 1 year of relevant professional experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen;
- Demonstrated experience in Japanese cuisine or a strong understanding of Japanese cooking techniques;
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and cook a range of dishes independently;
- Experience in menu development, recipe modification and kitchen operations;
- Ability to work effectively in a small, busy restaurant environment;
- Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements;
- Ability to work efficiently during busy lunch and dinner services;
- Good communication and teamwork skills; and ability to work independently and take responsibility for kitchen operations when required.

What We Offer

- Full-time employment;
- Salary of $80,000 – $82,000 per annum + superannuation;
- A position within an established Japanese restaurant in Melbourne CBD; and
- The opportunity to take responsibility for a broad range of Chef-level kitchen duties.

How to Apply Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to [email protected]

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