Lead Japanese Kitchen Chef | Menu Innovation

TOMOE PTY LTD; Nimbin; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nimbin Shokudou is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen in Nimbin, NSW. This senior role oversees all operations, mentors staff and ensures authentic Japanese cuisine is delivered to the highest standards.

The Head Chef will manage food preparation, menu development, supplier relations and cost control, while maintaining safety and quality in compliance with Australian regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Japanese cuisine and restaurant operations.
• Hands-on experience in restaurant kitchens in Japan.
• Commercial cookery qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Leadership experience as a senior chef or head chef.
• Advanced knowledge of authentic Japanese cooking techniques, ingredients and presentation.
• Strong understanding of Japanese kitchen culture, procedures and standards.
• Experience in menu planning, recipe development and Japanese menus.
• Experience supervising and training kitchen staff.
• Experience in food costing, purchasing, inventory and waste reduction.
• Excellent organizational, leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Ability to apply Japanese hospitality standards within an Australian operation.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, presentation and quality control.
• Prepare and cook authentic Japanese dishes to high standards.
• Lead kitchen during lunch and dinner service.
• Plan and review menus to suit the Japanese concept and seasonal ingredients.
• Develop new dishes and presentation standards.
• Maintain recipes, procedures and kitchen systems.
• Ensure compliance with Japanese and Australian kitchen practices and safety.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff.
• Coordinate workflow and rosters for efficient service.
• Control food costs and kitchen labour.
• Communicate with Japanese suppliers and manage stock.
• Liaise with local and international suppliers.
• Maintain equipment maintenance and cleanliness.

Skills

Japanese cuisine

Leadership

Menu development

Staff training

Food presentation

Education

Commercial cookery qualifications

Job description

Nimbin Shokudou is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen in Nimbin, NSW. This senior role oversees all operations, mentors staff and ensures authentic Japanese cuisine is delivered to the highest standards.

The Head Chef will manage food preparation, menu development, supplier relations and cost control, while maintaining safety and quality in compliance with Australian regulations.