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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Japanese Cuisine Sous Chef
Description
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We are looking for a talented and passionate Japanese Cuisine Sous Chef to join our culinary team. As a Japanese Cuisine Sous Chef, you will play a critical role in supporting the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations, with a focus on authentic Japanese dishes. You will be responsible for supervising kitchen staff, ensuring food quality and consistency, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Your expertise in Japanese cooking techniques, ingredients, and presentation will be essential in delivering an exceptional dining experience to our guests. In this role, you will assist in menu planning, ingredient sourcing, and inventory management. You will also help train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of Japanese culinary traditions, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. You should be able to work closely with the Head Chef to develop new menu items, maintain food safety standards, and ensure that every dish meets our quality expectations. Flexibility, creativity, and attention to detail are key attributes for success in this position. If you are passionate about Japanese cuisine and eager to advance your culinary career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
- Supervise and train kitchen staff
- Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
- Oversee inventory and ingredient sourcing
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food safety protocols
- Collaborate on menu planning and development
- Monitor food costs and minimize waste
- Prepare and cook Japanese dishes to high standards
- Address and resolve kitchen issues promptly
- Support a positive and efficient team environment
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in Japanese cuisine
- Strong knowledge of Japanese cooking techniques and ingredients
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Food safety and sanitation certification preferred
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Creativity in menu development and presentation
- Ability to train and mentor junior staff
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with Japanese cuisine?
- How do you ensure food quality and consistency?
- Describe your leadership style in the kitchen.
- How do you handle high-pressure situations?
- What Japanese dishes are you most confident preparing?
- How do you manage inventory and ingredient sourcing?
- Can you provide examples of menu development?
- What steps do you take to maintain food safety?
- How do you train and motivate kitchen staff?
- Why are you interested in this position?
