About Tanuki

Tanuki is a 180-seat modern Japanese restaurant and bar in the heart of Double Bay. We offer a contemporary izakaya-style menu focused on fresh, seasonal ingredients, alongside a premium 6-seat sushi counter and robata.

Trading hours:

• Dinner: Wednesday – Sunday
• Lunch: Friday – Sunday

About the Role

We are seeking passionate and motivated Chefs to join our growing kitchen team. You will be part of a professional brigade delivering high-quality food in a fast-paced, premium dining environment.

We are hiring for:

• Sushi Chef
• Chef de Partie (CDP)

Sushi Chef Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi rolls (training provided)
• Assist with sushi prep and service
• Maintain high hygiene and food safety standards
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate strong organisation and willingness to learn

Chef de Partie (CDP) Responsibilities

• Run a section independently
• Maintain high hygiene and food safety standards
• Work across grill, fry, and pan sections
• Handle high-volume service
• Prepare and portion meats and seafood (filleting, carving)
• Experience with charcoal or open fire cooking (highly regarded)

About You

• Passionate about Japanese cuisine
• Reliable, organised, and team-oriented
• Able to perform under pressure in a busy kitchen
• Previous experience in a similar role (preferred for CDP)