Total 2 job vacancies by Jo Japanese Restaurant Pte. Ltd.

We are an established Japanese culinary establishment seeking a visionary and elite Head Chef / Culinary Director to helm our kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will bring extensive, mastery-level expertise in traditional and modern Japanese gastronomy (including specialized Omakase and Kaiseki) to maintain our high standards of culinary excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Architecture & Curation: Design, implement, and continuously elevate authentic Japanese seasonal menus, managing ingredient sourcing directly from elite Japanese vendors.

• Kitchen Operations Management: Oversee all daily kitchen workflows, maintain rigorous food health, safety, and hygiene standards, and strictly manage food costing and inventory budgets.

• Culinary Training & Knowledge Transfer: Actively mentor and upskill local kitchen staff, passing down advanced techniques in traditional fish aging, fermentation, and intricate preparation methodologies to build a resilient local team.

• Executive Leadership: Collaborate directly with management and directors regarding restaurant expansion, kitchen workflow layout optimization, and brand positioning in the premium F&B market.

Job Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 15-20 years of professional experience strictly within high-end, premium Japanese culinary establishments or Michelin-starred concepts.

• Specialized Skills: Mastery of authentic Japanese culinary arts, including advanced sashimi presentation, traditional dashi blending, and deep knowledge of seasonal ingredient logistics.

• Leadership Profile: Proven track record of managing elite kitchen teams, organizing inventory workflows under high-pressure environments, and leading culinary training programs.

• Language/Cultural Fluency: Ability to communicate fluently with premium Japanese ingredient suppliers and understand traditional culinary philosophy is essential for menu authenticity.

About the role

We are looking for a friendly and attentive Waiter/Waitress to join our team and deliver an excellent dining experience to our guests.

Key responsibilities

• Present menus and assist patrons in navigating our food and beverage offerings

• Take orders accurately and address questions regarding menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods

• Make informed recommendations and serve food and beverages in a timely and professional manner

• Prepare and present itemised bills and process payments accurately

• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the dining area throughout service

Requirements

Prior experience in the Food & Beverage industry is an advantage; candidates without experience are welcome to apply

inclusive

• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact courteously with guests

• Able to maintain a professional appearance in accordance with the restaurant's uniform and grooming policy

• Willing to work on a rotating shift schedule, 6 days per week (including weekends and public holidays)

• No minimum formal education qualifications required

We offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Meal allowance and staff benefits

• Training and development opportunities