Employer: Ikigai Ramen Location: Shop 139, 43 Hibberson Street, Gungahlin ACT **** Employment type: Full-time, permanent Salary: $80,000 to $85,000 per year plus superannuation Hours: 38 hours per week About us Ikigai Ramen is a locally owned Japanese ramen restaurant in the Gungahlin town centre.
We make our broths in-house and cook them slowly, and our menu covers Tonkotsu, Tori Paitan, Shoyu, Miso and Ebi Curry ramen along with a range of Japanese small plates.
We open late into the evening and have a steady base of regular customers.
We are looking for an experienced Chef to join our kitchen team on a permanent full-time basis.
What you will do Plan and prepare menu items, including broths, tare, noodles, toppings and small plates, to the restaurant's recipes and standards Cook and plate dishes during service with consistent portioning, flavour and presentation Work with the Head Chef on menu development, specials and costing of new dishes Check stock levels, place orders with suppliers and manage food costs and wastage Keep the kitchen compliant with food safety, hygiene and HACCP requirements,



including temperature logs and correct storage Train and supervise junior cooks and kitchen hands, and check their work during service Keep equipment clean and in good working order and report maintenance issues What we are looking for Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or a higher qualification, or equivalent trade qualification At least 2 years' full-time experience as a chef in a commercial kitchen Experience working in a busy, high-volume kitchen Working knowledge of food safety and hygiene rules Ability to lead a small team during service Experience with Japanese cuisine or ramen is an advantage but not required Availability for evening, weekend and public holiday shifts on a rotating roster What we offer Salary of $80,000 to $85,000 per year plus superannuation, depending on experience 38 hours per week on a regular roster Staff meals on shift A reliable, permanent position in a growing local business How to apply Send your resume and a short cover letter through this listing.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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