Chef -

Japanese Cuisine Languages Required:

Japanese, English & Mandarin Job Summary We are looking for a creative, energetic, and forward-thinking Chef to join our growing Japanese restaurant concept. We want someone who brings more than just strong cooking skills. The ideal candidate is full of ideas, open to trying new things, aware of current food and dining trends, and excited to help develop new menu items and concepts. You should enjoy working in a fast-moving environment where creativity is encouraged. We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the restaurant, contribute ideas, test new products, improve presentation, and help us create food that customers are excited to share and come back for. Responsibilities Oversee daily kitchen operations and maintain an efficient workflow. Prepare and supervise Japanese dishes according to restaurant standards. Maintain consistency in food quality, portion size, presentation, and taste. Create and test new menu items, seasonal specials, and limited-time offerings. Bring fresh ideas for food presentation, packaging, and customer experience. Stay aware of current Japanese food, café, grab-and-go, and social media dining trends. Work with management to continuously improve the menu and restaurant concept. Train and supervise kitchen staff. Monitor inventory, food cost, portion control, and waste. Maintain proper food storage, labeling, rotation, and temperature control. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and follow all food-safety requirements. Support catering, special events, and high-volume orders when needed. Requirements Previous experience as a Chef, Kitchen Lead, Sushi Chef, or similar culinary position. Japanese cuisine experience strongly preferred. Strong understanding of food preparation and kitchen operations. Creative mindset and willingness to experiment with new ideas. Strong sense of food presentation and current dining trends. Comfortable giving suggestions and contributing to menu development. Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Reliable, organized, responsible, and detail-oriented. Experience with inventory management and food cost control is preferred. Language Requirements Must be able to communicate effectively in: Japanese English Mandarin Chinese The Person We're Looking For We are especially interested in someone who is: Creative and full of ideas Energetic and motivated Open-minded and willing to experiment Interested in modern Japanese food trends Comfortable suggesting new dishes instead of only following existing recipes Detail-oriented about plating, packaging, and presentation Interested in social-media-friendly food concepts Excited about helping build and grow a newer restaurant brand A team player who can move quickly and adapt as the business grows We are not looking for someone who simply wants to repeat the same menu every day. We want a Chef who wants to create, improve, experiment, and grow with us. If you are passionate about Japanese food and want the opportunity to help shape a growing restaurant concept, we would love to meet you.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person