Junior Sous Chef

STRAC PTE. LTD.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned Japanese woodfire yakitori restaurant is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to assist in kitchen operations. This role involves ensuring food quality, supervising junior staff, and contributing to the development of new dishes. Candidates should have experience in a professional kitchen, preferably with Japanese cuisine, and possess good knife skills.

Benefits

Birthday Leave

Competitive Staff Discounts across outlets

Medical and Health Insurance coverage

Training and mentorship under experienced Japanese chefs

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a professional kitchen, ideally with Japanese cuisine.
• Familiarity with yakitori or woodfire grilling is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations including prep, cooking, and plating.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and timing during service.
• Help supervise and train junior kitchen staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knife skills

Team player

Work ethic

Willingness to learn

Education

Valid Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Junior Sous Chef

Overview:
Opened in May 2025, our renowned Japanese woodfire yakitori restaurant—born from a partnership with a cult-favourite brand in Japan—is now serving guests at Duxton Hill. We're seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support kitchen operations and uphold the highest standards of Japanese culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations including prep, cooking, and plating.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, presentation, and timing during service.
• Help supervise and train junior kitchen staff.
• Maintain strict hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards in the kitchen.
• Assist with inventory checks and stock rotation.
• Contribute to new dish development using traditional Japanese techniques.
• Support smooth service flow and uphold the restaurant’s standards during busy operations.

Who We’re Looking For

• Prior experience in a professional kitchen, ideally with Japanese cuisine.
• Familiarity with yakitori or woodfire grilling is a strong plus.
• A keen eye for detail, with good knife skills and plating precision.
• Team player with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Valid Food Hygiene Certificate preferred.

Perks

• Birthday Leave
• Competitive Staff Discounts across outlets
• Medical and Health Insurance coverage
• Training and mentorship under experienced Japanese chefs

If you’re passionate about Japanese cuisine and ready to grow in a high-calibre kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.