Cook – Japanese Restaurant

About KOMEYUI

KOMEYUI Brisbane is a premium Japanese restaurant in Spring Hill, offering omakase and seasonal Japanese cuisine grounded in precision, consistency and thoughtful hospitality.

We are seeking cooks who can take responsibility for an assigned section and contribute to a calm, organised and professional kitchen.

The Opportunity

We are hiring two **Cooks** for part-time positions.

This position suits a cook who can prepare and operate an assigned section with day-to-day independence. You will work under the direction of the Sous Chef and Head Chef, maintaining KOMEYUI's recipe, presentation, hygiene and food-safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, operate and close an assigned kitchen section.

- Plan and complete mise en place for lunch and dinner services.

- Cook and plate consistently according to issued recipes and standards.

- Maintain food safety, hygiene, allergen and cleaning requirements.

- Monitor stock levels and rotation within the assigned section.

- Communicate shortages and ordering requirements to the Sous Chef or Head Chef.

- Support other sections when directed and contribute to smooth service coordination.

- Maintain respectful communication with BOH and FOH colleagues.

Supplier ordering, purchasing approval and formal staff supervision are not part of this role. These matters are reported to the Sous Chef or Head Chef.

What We Are Looking For

- Demonstrated ability to prepare and operate at least one kitchen section independently during service.

- Professional kitchen experience with reliable preparation and cooking skills.

- Strong organisation, hygiene and food-safety discipline.

- Reliability and composure during busy services.

- Availability across Monday to Saturday, including lunch, dinner, Saturdays and split shifts.

- Current Australian work rights that allow you to perform the required hours.

- Interest in Japanese cuisine and a willingness to learn KOMEYUI's standards.

A relevant commercial cookery qualification, recognised training or equivalent practical skills is desirable and will be verified as part of the classification and offer process. Japanese-kitchen experience is welcomed but not essential where strong foundational cooking skills can be demonstrated.

Roster

You will generally be rostered for approximately four days per week across lunch, dinner and split shifts. We aim to provide a consistent roster wherever possible; however, shifts may vary to accommodate planned leave and operational requirements.

KOMEYUI Brisbane trades Monday to Saturday and is closed on Sunday.

Pay and Benefits

- Part-time: from A$31.30 per hour.

- Applicable penalty rates and allowances under the Restaurant Industry Award 2020 (MA000119).

- Staff meals provided.

- A stable, professional working environment.

- Opportunity to deepen practical skills in Japanese cuisine.

- A friendly and professional kitchen team.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed with your resume. A cover letter is optional. Please ensure your resume shows the kitchen sections you have operated and your relevant cooking experience.

Pay: From $31.30 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 38.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free food

Application Question(s):

• Can you independently prepare and operate at least one kitchen section during a full restaurant service?
• Which kitchen sections have you independently prepared and operated during service?
• Are you available for approximately four rostered days across Monday–Saturday, including lunch, dinner, Saturdays and split shifts?
• Are you seeking part-time or casual employment?
• Are you legally entitled to work in Australia for the hours required by this position?

Work Location: In person