Ramen Chef – Create & Lead Authentic Japanese Dishes

Ramen Takara Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramen Takara Limited in Auckland is seeking a talented and experienced chef to join our vibrant ramen restaurant. Established in 1978, we serve authentic Japanese ramen and a range of traditional dishes, including our pork gyoza and karaage.

The role involves planning menus, cooking to spec, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring high standards of food safety. Shifts include weekday and weekend dinners, with a roster that may require work at various locations across Auckland.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant work experience or a formal culinary credential.
• A current New Zealand driver licence is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced commercial kitchen and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and create new dishes as required.
• Prepare and cook food from the menu in a timely manner.
• Carry out specialised cooking duties.
• Ensure appealing presentation and consistently high food quality.
• Gather and prepare all necessary ingredients according to recipes.
• Prepare and cook appropriate quantities of food and stock to minimise wastage.
• Monitor kitchen operations and supervise other chefs and kitchen staff as required.
• Assist with training kitchen staff in efficient cooking procedures and maintaining high cooking standards.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders with food suppliers.
• Estimate food, ingredient and labour requirements and costs.
• Communicate food-related issues with suppliers, managers and other chefs.
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients and dishes.
• Modify recipes to meet customers' dietary requirements and requests.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Food safety

Education

Diploma in Cookery

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ramen Takara Limited in Auckland is seeking a talented and experienced chef to join our vibrant ramen restaurant. Established in 1978, we serve authentic Japanese ramen and a range of traditional dishes, including our pork gyoza and karaage.

The role involves planning menus, cooking to spec, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring high standards of food safety. Shifts include weekday and weekend dinners, with a roster that may require work at various locations across Auckland.