CHEF DE CUISINE

Company Overview

At Shinya Izakaya, we offer a cozy setting to enjoy authentic Japanese dishes like sushi, sashimi, and sizzling skewers. With fresh ingredients and bold flavors, we bring the true essence of izakaya dining to your table.

Job Summary

Lead kitchen operations to deliver high-quality food served on time. Plan menus and plating designs, coordinate and train staff, manage inventory, enforce safety standards, and innovate recipes to enhance customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality food consistently and ensure timely service to customers
• Design menus and plating presentations to enhance dish appeal and improve customer experience
• Coordinate kitchen staff activities and provide operational support to maintain workflow efficiency
• Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff to prepare menu items according to established standards
• Conduct regular stocktaking of ingredients and equipment and place orders to maintain optimal inventory levels
• Enforce compliance with safety and sanitation regulations to uphold health standards
• Develop new recipes to diversify menu offerings and attract customers
• Monitor industry trends and integrate relevant innovations into menu and kitchen operations
• Collect and analyze feedback from staff and patrons to continuously improve food quality and service

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Culinary school qualification
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar kitchen leadership role
• Strong knowledge of food principles and best practices
• Passion for creating appealing and customer-attracting dishes
• Effective communication and leadership skills
• Ability to perform well under high-pressure conditions
• Creative and innovative mindset for menu and recipe development
• Commitment to exceptional cleanliness, health, and safety standards
• Experience managing inventory and conducting stocktaking
• Flexibility to work on-call, shifts, after hours, weekends, and holidays