Chef

Hospitality · Melbourne VIC, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

Chefs who have built their careers in Japanese cuisine can take the next professional step in a Melbourne kitchen that values practical skill, proven experience and reliability.

Whether your strength is sushi and sashimi, izakaya dishes or Japanese hot food, this role lets you apply that expertise in a professional Australian setting. Selection centres on real-world experience and culinary capability being confidently matched to the position, not simply on visa availability.

Successful candidates combine a deep understanding of Japanese cuisine with attention to detail and the ability to protect quality during busy service, from precise sushi work to a fast-moving hot kitchen. For chefs from India and around the world, it is a chance to build international experience.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver authentic Japanese cuisine with consistency and strong presentation
Prepare sushi and sashimi using professional knife skills and preparation methods
Carry out seafood preparation and cold-section mise en place, completing all daily prep ahead of service
Cook Japanese hot dishes on the grill, fryer, pan and yakitori stations
Select, prepare and handle ingredients in line with professional kitchen standards
Control portions precisely and present dishes consistently
Apply sound food storage, freshness and stock rotation practices
Meet food safety, hygiene and sanitation requirements at all times while keeping preparation and cooking areas clean, organised and ready for service
Perform efficiently and accurately in high-volume service
Coordinate with the kitchen team for smooth service and support colleagues with daily operational requirements
Rotate across kitchen sections and meet changing operational needs
Demonstrate professional standards, discipline and attention to detail

Requirements & Eligibility

Minimum 3 years of professional Japanese cuisine experience, with a proven employment history in Japanese restaurants, sushi establishments, izakaya or similar commercial kitchens
Demonstrated practical capability in sushi, sashimi or Japanese hot food preparation
Well-developed knife skills and seafood handling experience
Capacity to demonstrate genuine hands-on culinary experience relevant to the role
Fast-paced professional kitchen experience, including maintaining quality and consistency through busy services
Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and professional kitchen practices
A reliable, punctual and professional work ethic
Effective communication and the ability to contribute as part of a kitchen team
Candidates with full Australian working rights are welcome to apply, and overseas candidates may be considered for 482 visa sponsorship where eligibility requirements are met
Applicants should be able to supply appropriate evidence of their professional experience and culinary skills
Commitment to stable Australian employment and ongoing professional development

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