Sous Chef

Sushi Jiro; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sushi Jiro is hiring a Sous Chef in Brisbane to lead all kitchen operations and deliver high‑quality Japanese cuisine. You will manage staff, ensure food safety and consistent plate presentation, and optimise prep and service during busy periods.

We seek a candidate with strong communication, a can‑do attitude, and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Eligibility to work in Australia is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in hospitality, restaurant or food service operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Understanding of food safety standards and HACCP principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all kitchen activities to ensure efficient daily operations.
• Ensure dishes are prepared and presented to Sushi Jiro standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, plating and presentation.
• Coordinate food prep and service to meet peak trading demands.
• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen environment.
• Recruit, train, coach and supervise kitchen staff.
• Plan work rosters and manage labour budgets.
• Foster a positive, high‑performance team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

HACCP

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Diploma or Bachelor’s in Culinary Art

Job description

Reporting To: Area Manager/ Operations Manager

Locations: Westfield Carindale, Shop F21/1151 Creek Rd, Carindale QLD 4152

Employment Type: Casual role(s) available with potential conversion to part-time

Hourly rates: Based on the Victoria Resources Enterprise Agreement 2023 (aligned with the Restaurant Industry Award)

About Sushi Jiro

Sushi Jiro is more than just your regular Sushi restaurant; it is a place where food lovers who value artistry and creativity come together as a community. Here at Sushi Jiro, we like to do things differently. This includes our traditional welcome, our modern Japanese-inspired design and themes and our eye-catching stores.

Our Motto:

THIS IS HOW WE ROLL - A world where the artistry and passion of modern Japanese cuisine comes to life.

Where the Role fits within Sushi Jiro

Sous Chef:

The Sous Chef is responsible for leading all kitchen operations at Sushi Jiro, ensuring the delivery of high-quality Japanese cuisine, maintaining food safety and hygiene standards, managing kitchen staff, and driving operational excellence. The role oversees menu execution, stock control, labour management, and team development while ensuring an exceptional dining experience for customers.

We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, attention to detail, a positive attitude, and the ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Previous hospitality experience supervising a BOH team is highly advantageous.

Our Sous Chef will be responsible for delivering high quality dining experience to our customers. Specifically, your roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and supervise all kitchen activities to ensure efficient daily operations.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented consistently according to Sushi Jiro recipes, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, plating, and presentation.
• Coordinate food preparation and service to meet peak trading demands.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment.

Team Leadership and Management

• Recruit, train, coach, and supervise kitchen employees.
• Develop staff capabilities through ongoing training and performance feedback.
• Create and manage kitchen rosters in line with operational requirements and labour budgets.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance team culture.
• Conduct performance reviews and address performance concerns where required.
• Plan work rosters based on staff availabilities on our HRIS on a weekly basis.

Food Safety and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) requirements and local food safety regulations.
• Maintain HACCP principles and food safety management procedures.
• Ensure all staff follow food handling, hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.
• Conduct regular kitchen inspections and corrective actions where necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and workplace health and safety obligations.

Inventory and Cost Control

• Manage purchasing, ordering, and stock levels to minimise waste and maintain product availability.
• Monitor food costs, wastage, and portion control to achieve budget targets.
• Conduct regular stocktakes and inventory reconciliations.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure proper storage, rotation, and handling of ingredients.

Menu Management

• Collaborate with management on menu development and seasonal offerings.
• Recommend improvements to menu items, recipes, and kitchen processes.
• Ensure menu changes are implemented consistently across kitchen operations.
• Maintain authenticity and quality of Japanese cuisine standards.

Customer Experience

• Support and collaborate with the FOH Team to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Respond professionally to customer feedback relating to food quality.
• Ensure customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded.

Sales & Business Performance

• Support the achievement of sales and labour cost targets.
• Promote store specials and marketing initiatives based on Sushi Jiro’s Support Office’s direction and strategy.
• Monitor customer traffic and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and revenue.

Minimum 3 years' experience in hospitality, restaurant, or food service operations.

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Diploma or Bachelor’s in Culinary Art or equivalent qualifications are preferred.

Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.

Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills.

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and willingness to learn.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Good understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.

Physically fit and able to stand for long periods during shifts and lift moderate weights up to 20kgs.

Interest in building a career in the hospitality industry.

Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Must have eligibility to work in Australia.

Certifications to obtain prior to employment:

Food Safety Certificate (mandatory)

Food Safety Supervisor certificate (mandatory)

First Aid certificate (if any)

WHY JOIN US?

Free meals and potentially employee discounts.

A supportive, inclusive and positive work environment where your skills and passions are nurtured.

Opportunities for training and career progression.

Compulsory Requirements:

Please note: To be eligible for employment with Sushi Jiro, you must be legally entitled to work in Australia and have satisfactory background checks prior to employment, such as VEVO checks and police checks (when requested).

Employer Questions:

Your application will include the following questions:

Why are you interested in applying for this role at Sushi Jiro?

Which of the statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Do you have a Food Safety Certificate and/or First Aid Certificate?

When is your earliest commencement date?

What are your available working days and hours?