About the role:

Saiko Teppanyaki, Mad Asian Kitchen & Bar & Ari Thai Kitchen & Bar in the Kitchens @ Robina Town Centre is seeking Full Time/Casual Chefs/Cooks to join our team.

Our Chefs are responsible for providing dramatic food preparation with flair & theatre to our discerning guests in an authentic Japanese style. You are also responsible for smooth and efficient kitchen operations, ensuring highest quality meals are prepared to the highest food & general safety standards. You will surprise and delight our guests at every turn during their unique dining experience. 
 

You will:

• Be available to work weekends, public holidays and split shifts for lunch and dinner service
• Be an excellent and confident communicator
• Enjoy working in a team environment
• Be organised and have an eye for detail
• Be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a calm demeanour
• Be dedicated to providing 5 star customer service with flair & showmanship
• Take pride in personal presentation and hygiene

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to be trained and mentored by exceptional Japanese Chefs
• Discounts on Food & Beverage

Dependant on experience, the salaries for each position are below:

Chefs: $72k-$75k
Cooks: $62k-$65k

Offering 30+ hours a week to the right applicants.

Experience preferred but not necessary as full training will be provided.

Good luck with your application!

We thank you in advance for your interest in this position, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of Asian cooking techniques preferred including sushi, sashimi and teppanyaki-style cooking philosophies and principles
• Ability to prepare all mise en place including starches, vegetables, trimming and cutting of proteins
• Demonstrated sushi/sashimi and teppanyaki-style making experience and knowledge essential
• Experience working in all sections including teppan, sushi and hot kitchen essential
• Demostrated postive and great enthusiasm to serve the customer when making Teppanyaki style show
• You will possess a minimum Certificate III Commercial Cookery or trade equivalent
• You will possess full legal working rights in Australia

Highly Desirable (Chefs):  

• Japanese Cuisine experience  
• Sushi and Sashimi skills and experience highly desirable (for sushi opportunity)
• Experience as Teppanyaki Cook will be highly regarded ( for teppanyaki opportunity)
• Possess excellent knife and cooking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and enjoy interacting with customers 
• Understanding of food safety standards and HACCP
• Must be able to work a across a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays

Highly Desireable (Cooks):

• Hands on Chef
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced restaurant
• Effectively manage a kitchen/section
• Great team player able to effectively work with Chefs and Kitchen Hands
• Excellent attention to detail, with a true commitment to quality