At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic kitchen team and ensure high-quality food preparation.
- Company: Join Azabu Group, an award-winning hospitality collective with a passion for Japanese cuisine.
- Benefits: Opportunities for career growth, supportive leadership, and a vibrant work environment.
- Other info: Perfect for those eager to learn and take on more responsibility.
- Why this job: Step up your culinary career in a popular venue with a loyal local following.
- Qualifications: 1-2 years of experience in a similar role and strong cooking skills.
The predicted salary is between 18 - 22 $ per hour.
Join Azabu Group, an award-winning hospitality collective inspired by Japanese craftsmanship and creativity. We're currently seeking a Kitchen Manager to join the team at Hanasuki in Chatswood - high-energy, Japanese-inspired venues known for quality, consistency, and warm neighbourhood hospitality. This is a hands-on role for a motivated kitchen professional who wants to step up in responsibility, support day-to-day kitchen operations, and grow into a future leadership position.
About Hanasuki: Hanasuki is a Japanese hotpot restaurant in Chatswood specialising in shabu-shabu & sukiyaki. Guests enjoy cooking thinly sliced meats and fresh vegetables in rich broths at the table, creating a cosy and communal dining experience. The focus is on clean flavours, quality ingredients and thoughtful presentation. The kitchen team works with precision and care to deliver beautifully prepared broths, sauces and accompaniments every service.
About the Role: As Kitchen Manager, you will play a key role in running a smooth, consistent and high-performing kitchen. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading by example during service and setting the standard for quality and presentation
- Supporting day-to-day kitchen operations, including prep, service, cleanliness and station management
- Training, coaching and supervising junior kitchen team members
- Ensuring all dishes are executed to recipe, portion and brand standards
- Upholding food safety, hygiene and WHS requirements at all times
- Stock control, ordering, delivery checks and waste management
- Providing input into roster planning and helping to manage labour within budget
- Supporting menu execution and implementation of seasonal or promotional changes
- Working closely with FOH to maintain smooth communication and guest satisfaction
Skills & Qualifications:
- Has 1-2 years experience in similar role in hospitality setting
- Brings strong practical cooking skills and an eye for detail, flavour and presentation
- Thrives in a busy, service-driven environment and stays calm under pressure
- Understands food safety, allergen management and HACCP principles
- Shows natural leadership qualities, with the ability to support, guide and motivate others
- Communicates clearly and works collaboratively with the wider team
- Is keen to learn, grow and take on more responsibility over time
Why You'll Love Working With Us: Work in a popular, established venue with a loyal local following. Opportunities to grow into more senior kitchen management roles. Exposure to a broader group of award-winning venues across the hospitality group. Supportive leadership team that values development, training and progression.
Please Note: Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia or New Zealand. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Kitchen Manager employer: Choji Yakiniku
At Azabu Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that celebrates Japanese craftsmanship and creativity. As a Kitchen Manager at Hanasuki in Chatswood, you'll enjoy opportunities for professional growth within our award-winning hospitality collective, supported by a leadership team dedicated to your development. Join us in a dynamic environment where your culinary skills will shine, and you can make a meaningful impact on our loyal community of guests.
