Japanese Chef
Onshore applicants only
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Melbourne, VIC, Australia · Full-Time · $28/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored · Applicants: Onshore applicants only
Evening preparation and service set the pace for this Japanese Chef role in Melbourne, Victoria. A growing kitchen team needs practical commercial cooking ability, a sound understanding of Japanese cuisine and a colleague who stays organised when service becomes busy.
You will prepare ingredients, cook to established methods and keep plating and portions consistent. Dependable attendance, respectful communication and a positive response to training are important to the operation. Applicants must already be in Australia; sponsorship is available for the right onshore candidate if a suitable full-time position becomes available.
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Key Responsibilities
- Prepare mise en place before service and organise preparation efficiently during evening operations.
- Produce Japanese dishes using the kitchen’s recipes, preparation methods and standards, maintaining food quality, presentation and portions.
- Assist colleagues during busy periods while observing hygiene, cleaning and correct ingredient handling and storage.
- Contribute to stock preparation and orderly general kitchen operations.
- Communicate constructively with chefs and colleagues, responding positively to instructions, feedback and training.
- Help sustain a respectful, cooperative workplace and perform reliably across scheduled shifts.
Requirements & Eligibility
- Have a minimum 2 years of relevant Japanese cuisine or professional kitchen experience, with practical cooking skills gained in commercial kitchens.
- Understand Japanese food preparation and the practical running of a kitchen.
- Handle fast-paced service with a calm, organised approach under pressure.
- Maintain good attendance, dependability and personal accountability, with a professional attitude and sound workplace discipline.
- Communicate respectfully and work strongly as part of a team.
- Approach learning and development positively, accepting training and adapting to workplace requirements.
- Demonstrate commitment to a stable, long-term hospitality career.
- Valid Australian work rights are required.
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