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Head Chef

JobFinder · Sydney, NSW · Full-time

  • Salary: Discussed at interview
  • Location: Sydney, NSW
  • Type: Full-time
  • Visa: Employer sponsored
  • Category: Hospitality

Job description

Head Chef wanted to open a luxury Modern Japanese fine-dining restaurant in Sydney, NSW, from mid 2027.

This is an expression of interest for a full-time role in the Sydney CBD. You will run the kitchen next to the Executive Chef. Sections include sushi, robata, omakase, à la carte and private dining. The venue sits in a prestigious new development. It is designed with an award-winning Japanese architect, with bespoke ceramics and materials from Japan.

The group runs several award-winning restaurants. It wants a humble, confident leader. No bullying, no intimidation, dignity for every cook. Visa sponsorship is considered for exceptional international candidates.

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Key responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor and inspire a high-performing brigade
  • Work with the Executive Chef on menus, innovation and execution
  • Oversee sushi, robata, omakase, à la carte and private dining
  • Keep food quality, consistency, presentation and guest experience exceptional
  • Manage food and labour costs, purchasing, budgets, rosters and stock
  • Protect profitability
  • Recruit, train and develop chefs with accountability and discipline
  • Uphold food safety, hygiene and workplace compliance at the highest level
  • Build a professional kitchen culture based on teamwork and mutual respect

Requirements

  • Proven senior leadership in acclaimed Japanese premium-dining restaurants or internationally recognised hospitality groups
  • Renowned restaurant experience of comparable calibre: highly regarded
  • Exceptional Japanese culinary knowledge
  • Technical ability and attention to detail
  • Strong commercial grasp of kitchen finances, food costs and labour costs
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, motivate and retain outstanding teams
  • Excellent communication, organisation and leadership
  • Calm, composed and professional under pressure

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