Kumo Sushi Cook

Are you passionate about Japanese food and hospitality?

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Experienced Cook!

• Monday to Friday 
• Full time
• $70,000
• 73A Rupert St, Collingwood 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking.
• Cook a range of Japanese dishes, including sushi, sashimi, and hot items.
• Plan and develop menus, considering customer preferences, seasonality, cost, and profitability.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards, including safe storage, handling, and cross-contamination prevention.
• Monitor kitchen operations for consistency in quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Manage inventory and order supplies to maintain stock levels.
• Mentor and train kitchen staff, providing guidance and feedback.
• Create dishes that address dietary restrictions and special requests.
• Modernize kitchen processes to improve efficiency and reduce wait times.

To be successful candidate you need to have:

• A positive attitude and work well with other team members
• Able to read and follow a recipe unsupervised
• Able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
• Be willing to follow direction and ask questions for clarification if needed
• Able to work in a fast paced kitchen environment
• At least 2 years relevant experience