Chef

Robata Akari | Singapore

We are looking for a Japanese Cuisine Chef to join our team at Robata Akari, a Japanese robatayaki restaurant offering charcoal-grilled dishes and Japanese cuisine.

We are looking for a hardworking, responsible and passionate chef who can support our kitchen team and maintain consistent food quality during daily operations.

Job Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook Japanese dishes according to the restaurant's recipes and standards.

- Assist with robatayaki / charcoal grilling and other kitchen preparations.

- Ensure food quality, taste and presentation are maintained consistently.

- Prepare ingredients, sauces and mise en place for daily service.

- Maintain proper food storage, handling and hygiene standards.

- Keep the kitchen and workstations clean and organised.

- Follow food safety and hygiene procedures.

- Assist with stock checking, preparation and minimising food wastage.

- Work closely with the kitchen and service team to ensure smooth operations.

- Support the Senior Chef / Kitchen team with daily kitchen duties.

- Perform other kitchen duties as required.

Requirements

- Previous experience in Japanese cuisine is preferred.

- Experience in robata / charcoal grilling is an advantage.

- Minimum 2–3 years of relevant kitchen experience preferred.

- Good knowledge of Japanese ingredients and cooking techniques.

- Able to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

- Responsible, hardworking and willing to learn.

- Good teamwork and communication skills.

- Able to maintain good hygiene and food safety standards.

- Food Hygiene certification is an advantage.

- Singaporeans, PRs and eligible foreign candidates are welcome to apply, subject to work pass requirements.

Working Hours

- Full-time position

- Dinner-service restaurant

- Shift-based working hours

- 6 days off per month

We Offer

- Competitive salary based on experience.

- Staff meal.
- Uniform

- Professional working environment.

- Opportunity to develop skills in Japanese cuisine and robatayaki.

Interested candidates are welcome to submit their CV with details of their previous kitchen experience and relevant Japanese cuisine experience.