Head Chef – Japanese Kitchen Leader & Menu Innovator

Sushiro Pty Ltd Trading As Brown Rice; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

SUSHIRO PTY LTD trading as Brown Rice is a fast-growing Japanese restaurant in Queensland seeking an experienced Chef to lead a busy kitchen on a full-time basis. You will be responsible for preparing fine Japanese dishes, supervising kitchen staff, planning menus, and ensuring top quality and hygiene standards.

Based in Peregian Springs, QLD, the role offers 38 hours per week with a competitive annual salary of 80,000 AUD plus Superannuation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated relevant work experience in a similar kitchen role.
• Ability to lead and manage a kitchen and supervise staff.
• Qualification in hospitality (commercial cookery) or related discipline.
• Australian citizen or permanent resident (preferable).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage kitchen operations.
• Develop and plan menus.
• Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate activities.
• Discuss food preparation with restaurant manager.
• Check food quality and presentation.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens and grills.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking.
• Cook using baking, braising, frying, roasting, or steaming methods.
• Portion and present dishes attractively.
• Clean and maintain food prep areas and equipment.
• Store food safely in temperature-controlled facilities.
• Receive and store supplies.
• Ensure hygienic and functional kitchen environment.
• Prepare food to meet dietary requirements.
• Give directions to kitchen staff.
• Train and supervise other kitchen staff.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Menu planning

Staff supervision

Quality control

Food safety

Food preparation

Cooking techniques

Education

Hospitality (Commercial cookery)

Job description

SUSHIRO PTY LTD trading as Brown Rice is a fast-growing Japanese restaurant in Queensland seeking an experienced Chef to lead a busy kitchen on a full-time basis. You will be responsible for preparing fine Japanese dishes, supervising kitchen staff, planning menus, and ensuring top quality and hygiene standards.

Based in Peregian Springs, QLD, the role offers 38 hours per week with a competitive annual salary of 80,000 AUD plus Superannuation.