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We are a well-established Sushi Train restaurant located inside a busy shopping centre in Penrith, with over 8 years of excellent customer reputation. We are now expanding our team and looking for a dedicated Full-Time Japanese Chef to join us.

This role can be suited to either:

- Sushi Chef – Responsible for maintaining high standards of Japanese raw food preparation, raw fish handling, and sushi station presentation.

Key Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Sushi Chef in a fast-paced Japanese restaurant.
- Excellent knife skills, including sashimi slicing, and precision preparation.
- Expertise in preparing sushi rice (Shari), Nigiri, Aburi, Maki, and hand rolls.
- High standards of personal hygiene, food safety, and raw seafood quality control.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure on an open sushi bar line.

- Japanese Hot Food Chef – Responsible for overseeing the hot food kitchen station, ensuring consistent quality, food safety, and efficient service.

Key Requirements:

- Strong experience in Japanese hot food cuisine (e.g., Tempura, Teriyaki, and Ramen stocks/dashi).
- Solid knowledge of cooking techniques, heat control, sauce preparation, and dish presentation.
- Ability to assist with kitchen management, stock control, and recipe consistency.
- Strong multitasking skills and ability to thrive under peak service pressure.

- Cook – Responsible for supporting daily kitchen operations by executing standard recipes, food prep, and basic cooking duties.

Key Requirements:

- Prior experience as a Line Cook or Prep Cook in a commercial kitchen.
- Proficiency in basic food preparation (cutting, marinating, deep-frying, and assembling orders).




- Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and food safety protocols strictly.
- Reliable team player with great work ethic, speed, and attention to cleanliness.

About the Role

- Preparing sushi or Japanese hot dishes such as bento, tempura, fried chicken, etc.
- Assisting with simple menu planning and maintaining dish quality, hygiene, and presentation
- Monitoring food quality, hygiene, and presentation throughout preparation
- Guiding junior staff on preparation techniques and food-safety procedures
- Helping with ordering supplies and checking stock, storage, and food rotation
- Working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Assisting front-of-house operations when required
- This is a long-term, stable full-time role. Applicants should be able to commit for at least 1 year.

Requirements

- Relevant qualifications in commercial cookery or kitchen management
- Experience in sushi or Japanese hot food cooking
- Able to handle busy periods and work independently
- Valuable teamwork and communication skills
- Reliable, responsible, and positive attitude

Work Details

- Full-time position
- 36–40 hours per week (stable hours, not seasonal)
- Located inside a shopping centre with easy access to train, bus, and parking

Pay & Benefits

- Depending on experience and skills (competitive salary)
- Higher pay is available for highly experienced chefs
- Staff meal provided
- Excellent performance may lead to Employer-Sponsored Visa opportunities (TSS / PR pathway)

How to Apply

Please send your resume.

We look forward to welcoming the right person to our team!

Pay: $28.00 – $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 21.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Free food
- Visa sponsorship

Work Location: In person

📌 Full-Time Sushi Chef / Japanese Hot Food Chef/ Cook (Penrith)
🏢 Wonderful Sushi
📍 Penrith