Culinary

Head Chef, Modern Japanese (Sydney)

Sydney, New South Wales
Work Type: Full Time
Our partner is a renowned and prolific hospitality group with an established portfolio of innovative restaurants. We are now seeking a Head Chef with a strong background in leading contemporary, high-volume kitchens, and fluency in modern Japanese cuisine, including sushi and sashimi. 

The Head Chef will:
  • train and mentor the culinary team to understand and appreciate the ingredients, techniques, and flavours;
  • ensure proper preparation and staffing for each service;
  • execute dishes at a consistently high standard;
  • manage food & labour costs whilst setting and achieving financial targets;
  • foster an inspiring, positive, and productive work environment; 
  • work closely with the FOH team to ensure seamless, exceptional service;
  • collaborate with the marketing team to promote the restaurant and showcase special events and offerings.
We seek individuals with:
  • a passion for Japanese cuisine;
  • exceptional knowledge of Japanese ingredients and flavours;
  • 3+ years of Sous Chef/CDC/Head Chef experience in established, reputable restaurants in major cities (N.Y., L.A., Tokyo, London, Vancouver, etc.);
  • experience working in high-volume operations (150+ covers daily);
  • ability and passion for training, coaching and mentoring a diverse culinary team;
  • a knack for creating exciting dishes that appeal to a wide audience;
  • an innate pursuit of excellence and continuous improvement.
What's on the table:
  • A competitive salary package;
  • A suite of benefits, including medical and dental insurance;
  • Relocation support and visa sponsorship (for overseas candidates);
  • Long-term career progression with an established, growing company. 

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