Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Melbourne, VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
A Melbourne kitchen working in the Japanese tradition needs a Chef who knows the craft from the sushi bench to the yakitori grill. Orders arrive fast, and precise knife work, careful seafood handling and neat plating are what keep the pass moving.
The post spans chilled preparation plus grill, fryer and pan cooking, and prep is expected to be complete ahead of every service. Overseas applicants who satisfy the eligibility requirements may be considered for sponsorship under the 482 visa.
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Key Responsibilities
- Deliver authentic Japanese dishes with dependable flavour and attractive plating
- Prepare sushi and sashimi using expert knife skills, and look after seafood
- Get the chilled section organised before each service
- Cook on the grill, fryer, pan and yakitori stations
- Source, prep and handle every ingredient to the standard of a commercial kitchen
- Portion accurately so every plate looks the same
- Finish the day's prep ahead of service
- Keep stock fresh through correct storage and rotation
- Observe food safety, hygiene and sanitation requirements, and leave prep and cooking areas spotless and orderly
- Remain precise and quick during heavy trade, cooperate with colleagues, cover other sections as needed and lend a hand with everyday kitchen work, staying disciplined and detail-minded
Requirements & Eligibility
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Japanese cuisine, gained in Japanese restaurants, sushi establishments, izakaya or comparable commercial kitchens
- Demonstrable, practical ability with sushi, sashimi or Japanese hot food
- Sharp knife skills and seafood handling experience
- Genuine hands-on cooking background suited to the role
- Time spent in a fast-paced professional kitchen, holding quality and consistency through busy services
- A sound grasp of food safety, hygiene and professional kitchen practices
- Dependable, punctual and professional, with good communication inside a kitchen team
- Applicants holding full Australian working rights are welcome
- Be ready to provide suitable evidence of your professional experience and culinary skills
- A commitment to stable Australian employment and ongoing professional development
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Visa guide: Skills in Demand Visa (482) Guide