Cook | Japanese Hotpot & Yakiniku

Choji Yakiniku; Willoughby; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday cake

Vitamins discounts

Staff perks

Specialty produce

Job summary

Choji Yakiniku in Chatswood is seeking a motivated line cook to join a cross-trained kitchen team across two venues. You’ll work in a structured, supportive environment with established prep sheets, recipes, and food safety standards while contributing to service on a shared line.

With 1+ years in a commercial kitchen, you’ll master meat slicing and portioning, sauces, and prep across both spots. Availability evenings and weekends is essential, and training is provided for Japanese cuisine

Qualifications

• At least 1 year in a commercial kitchen (CDP, Commis, or Cook).
• Reliable, punctual mindset with a team-first attitude.
• Availability evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support prep and service across both Chatswood kitchens.
• Master meat slicing and portioning; batch sauces; prep produce; set up your section.
• Follow established prep sheets, exact recipes, and strict food safety standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Punctuality

Tools

Prep sheets

Job description

In the heart of Chatswood, Azabu Group operates two distinct Japanese venues just walking distance apart: Hanasuki (authentic hotpot) and Choji (premium yakiniku).

We’re building one cohesive, cross-trained kitchen crew to work across both spots. For you, that means stepping out of the same old routine and into a role with real variety, dialled-in kitchen systems, and the backing of a hospitality group that genuinely rewards hard work.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Work-Life Balance:

A full-time, predictable roster with consistent weekly hours.

Group-Wide Benefits:

Enjoy a complimentary artisan cake from our patisserie on your birthday, discounts on vitamins and supplements to keep you feeling your best, plus generous staff perks across our venues and specialty produce.

Learn from Leaders:

Sharpen your skills with ongoing, hands-on training from our Creative Director and Kitchen Manager.

A True Career Path:

This position offers genuine opportunities for professional growth as the group expands.

Your Day-to-Day on the Line:

Help keep prep and service running smoothly across both of our Chatswood kitchens.

Mastering meat slicing and portioning, batching signature sauces, prepping fresh produce, and setting up your section.

Working smart with established prep sheets, exact recipes, and strict food safety standards.

Taking pride in keeping your station spotless, organised, and service-ready.

What You Bring to the Pass:

• 1+ years' commercial kitchen experience (CDP, Commis, or Cook).
• A reliable, punctual approach and a positive, team-first mindset.
• Eagerness to learn and work within structured kitchen systems.
• Availability across evenings and weekends.
• Experience with Japanese cuisine is a bonus, though we provide full training for the right person.

Ready to join a structured, positive kitchen with real room to grow?

Please Note: Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia or New Zealand. Sponsorship is not available for this role.