Akira Japanese Restaurant - Cook Position

Akira Japanese Restaurant is seeking a talented Cook to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have experience in preparing and cooking Japanese dishes, be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and play a key role in managing kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

- Prepare and Cook Meals: Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes, including sushi, sashimi, rice dishes, and other traditional Japanese foods, ensuring high-quality food that meets the restaurant’s standards.
- Menu Planning: Assist in planning menus and determining the size of food portions, ensuring a balanced offering of traditional and contemporary Japanese dishes.
- Estimate Food Requirements and Costs: Help estimate food requirements and costs for each service, ensuring the efficient use of ingredients and maintaining budgeted food costs.
- Order Supplies and Equipment: Monitor kitchen supplies, and regularly order ingredients, food products, and kitchen equipment as needed to maintain smooth kitchen operations.
- Supervise Kitchen Staff: Provide guidance and support to kitchen staff, including kitchen helpers and junior cooks, ensuring tasks are carried out according to restaurant standards.
- Train and Develop Staff:



Assist in the training of kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking techniques, and food safety protocols.
- Maintain Inventory and Records: Keep accurate records of food inventory, supplies, and kitchen equipment, and track usage to ensure timely reordering and avoid shortages.
- Clean Kitchen and Work Areas: Ensure that the kitchen and work areas are clean, sanitized, and organized in accordance with health and safety standards.
- Manage Kitchen Operations: Help ensure efficient kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and ensuring timely service during busy periods.

Qualifications

- 2+ years of experience as a cook, preferably in Japanese cuisine.
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and Japanese culinary traditions.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting, maintaining high standards of food quality.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to manage kitchen tasks independently and support team members.
- High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

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📌 Cook (Kingston)
🏢 Akira Japanese Restaurant
📍 Kingston