We are looking for talented Teppanyaki Chef.

Tomiko Japanese Steak House is one of the Glenelg’s loved venues. We offer Teppanyaki Japanese grilled food, authentic Japanese cuisine and an extensive beverage list.

We are looking for an enthusiastic full-time Teppanyaki Chef who love Japanese cuisine, with an understanding of kitchen system, a passion for cooking, service and the restaurant industry.

About the role

As a key member of the team, responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide an entertaining and dynamic cooking experience through exceptional knife skills, flame cooking, and other teppanyaki techniques
• Foster a memorable dining atmosphere, interacting with guests in a friendly manner
• Perform kitchen operation duties, knife skills, mis en place, cooking techniques & duties
• Produce dishes of a consistently high standard, presentation, taste and quality
• Maintain equipment, utensils and a clean & hygienic kitchen
• Rotate stock, ensuring minimal wastage
• Work well in a team environment and follow directions from senior chefs
• Follow WHS, policies and procedures

Skills and experience

To be successful for this role, we are looking for a candidate with the following minimum experience and skills:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role
• Be able to manage or work in a busy kitchen
• Take pride and be passionate about their work
• Be reliable and have a strong work ethic
• Good communication and great attitude is a must
• Be available over a 7day rotating roster
• Capable to work independently and take decision when time is constraint
• Certificate 3 in Cookery qualification
• Demonstrated experience as a Teppanyaki chef in a Japanese Restaurant
• Strong knowledge of traditional and contemporary Japanese ingredients, flavours, cookery & presentation techniques
• Advanced knife skills and ability to perform teppanyaki cooking tricks with professionalism and flair
• Ability to engage with guests, creating an interactive and enjoyable dining experience

Please note that Sponsorship is available for the right candidate.