Part Time Japanese Restaurant jobs

Date: September 2026

Position Title: Sushi Chef

Reporting To:  Franchisee Owner and Store Managers

Locations: Sushi Jiro stores across Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia

Currently Hiring:

• Carindale, QLD
• Emporium, Melbourne, VIC

Store Locations available here: https://sushijiro.com.au/store-locations-victoria/

Employment Type: Casual, Part-time and Full-time role available

Hourly rates: Based on the Restaurant Industry Award and or Victoria Resources Enterprise Agreement 2023

About Sushi Jiro

Sushi Jiro is more than just your regular Sushi restaurant; it is a place where food lovers who value artistry and creativity come together as a community. Here at Sushi Jiro, we like to do things differently. This includes our traditional welcome, our modern Japanese-inspired design and themes and our eye-catching stores.

Our Motto:

THIS IS HOW WE ROLL - A world where the artistry and passion of modern Japanese cuisine comes to life.

Where the Role fits within Sushi Jiro

Sushi Chef:

The Sushi Chef is responsible for working together in a team to support kitchen operations at Sushi Jiro, ensuring the delivery of high-quality Japanese cuisine, maintaining food safety and hygiene standards, and driving operational excellence.

We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, attention to detail, a positive attitude, and the ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Our Sushi Chef will be responsible for delivering high quality dining experience to our customers. Specifically, your roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Kitchen Operations

• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented consistently according to Sushi Jiro recipes, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, plating, and presentation.
• Coordinate food preparation and service to meet peak trading demands.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment.

Food Safety and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) requirements and local food safety regulations.
• Maintain HACCP principles and food safety management procedures.
• Ensure all staff follow food handling, hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.
• Conduct regular kitchen inspections and corrective actions where necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and workplace health and safety obligations.

Inventory and Cost Control

• Assist the Head Chef with purchasing, ordering, and stock levels to minimise waste and maintain product availability.
• Monitor food costs, wastage, and portion control to achieve budget targets.
• Conduct regular stocktakes and inventory reconciliations.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure proper storage, rotation, and handling of ingredients.

Customer Experience

• Support and collaborate with the FOH Team to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Respond professionally to customer feedback relating to food quality.
• Ensure customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded.

Sales & Business Performance

• Support the achievement of sales and labour cost targets.
• Promote store specials and marketing initiatives based on Sushi Jiro’s Support Office’s direction and strategy.
• Monitor customer traffic and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and revenue.

Essential Selection Criteria:

• Minimum 1 year experience in hospitality, restaurant, or food service operations.
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Diploma or Bachelor’s in Culinary Art or equivalent qualifications are preferred.
• Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods during shifts and lift moderate weights up to 20kgs.
• Interest in building a career in the hospitality industry.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Must have eligibility to work in Australia.

Certifications to obtain prior to employment:

• Food Safety Certificate (mandatory)
• Food Safety Supervisor certificate (optional)
• First Aid certificate (if any)

WHY JOIN US?

• Free meals and potentially employee discounts.
• A supportive, inclusive and positive work environment where your skills and passions are nurtured.
• Opportunities for training and career progression.

HOW TO APPLY?

To apply for this position, please email a copy of your CV to hr@sushijiro.com.au and to include a resume (maximum 2 pages), outlining your location, education and prior experiences. We are committed to filling this role as soon as possible. Applications will be assessed upon submission, and we may conduct interviews and make a hiring decision before the closing date.

Compulsory Requirements:

Please note: To be eligible for employment with Sushi Jiro, you must be legally entitled to work in Australia and have satisfactory background checks prior to employment, such as VEVO checks and police checks (when requested).

Employer Questions:

Your application will include the following questions:

• Why are you interested in applying for this role at Sushi Jiro?
• Which of the statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a Food Safety Certificate and/or First Aid Certificate?
• When is your earliest commencement date?
• What are your available working days and hours?

Pay: $32.18 – $40.16 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Experience:

• sushi making: 1 year (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Location:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person