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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Japanese Cuisine Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and deliver an exceptional dining experience rooted in traditional and modern Japanese culinary techniques. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Japanese ingredients, cooking methods, and presentation styles, as well as strong leadership and organizational skills.
As the Japanese Cuisine Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu development, food preparation, quality control, and team management. You will work closely with restaurant management to ensure that our culinary offerings align with our brand and meet the highest standards of taste, authenticity, and presentation.
You will be expected to create innovative dishes that reflect the essence of Japanese cuisine while also incorporating seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Your role will also involve training and mentoring junior kitchen staff, maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in Japanese fine dining, including sushi, sashimi, tempura, robatayaki, and kaiseki. You should be passionate about food, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, as you will be leading a diverse team of culinary professionals.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated chef to showcase their talent and contribute to a dynamic and growing culinary establishment. If you are passionate about Japanese cuisine and have the skills and experience to lead a top-tier kitchen, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Lead and manage the kitchen team in daily operations
- Develop and design authentic Japanese menus
- Ensure high standards of food quality and presentation
- Train and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff
- Monitor inventory and order supplies as needed
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
- Collaborate with management on menu pricing and promotions
- Incorporate seasonal and local ingredients into dishes
- Oversee preparation of sushi, sashimi, tempura, and other specialties
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as a head chef in Japanese cuisine
- Extensive knowledge of traditional and modern Japanese cooking techniques
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Fluency in English; Japanese language skills a plus
- Formal culinary training preferred
- Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
- Creativity and passion for culinary innovation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How many years of experience do you have in Japanese cuisine?
- Can you describe your experience with sushi and sashimi preparation?
- Have you led a kitchen team before? If so, how many people?
- What is your approach to menu development?
- How do you ensure food quality and consistency?
- Are you familiar with health and safety regulations in the kitchen?
- What Japanese dishes are you most confident in preparing?
- How do you handle high-pressure situations during service?
- Do you have experience sourcing Japanese ingredients?
- Are you willing to relocate or work flexible hours?
